Postgraduate Diploma in Food Security
Overview
This programme is offered on the Pietermaritzburg Campus. The Postgraduate Diploma in Food Security strengthens and deepens the student’s knowledge and skills in a Food Security or related discipline. The primary purpose is to enable graduate students and working professionals in food security and agricultural-related fields to undertake advanced reflection and development by means of a systematic survey of current thinking, practice and research methods in the area of food security and agricultural-related fields.
Entry Requirements
- Applicants are eligible to apply to register for the qualification of Postgraduate Diploma in Food Security if they have previously been awarded an appropriate Bachelor degree (as determined by the discipline) at NQF Level 7.
Modules
Semester 1
- Food Security Studies – FDSC700 (16 Credits)
- Introduction to Research Methods – FDSC760 (8 Credits)
Electives: 16C from:
- Food Access for Food Security – FDSC730 (8 Credits)
- Sustainable Livelihood Options – FDSC755 (8 Credits)
Semester 2
- Public Policy Analysis – PODS701 (32 Credits)
Year Modules
- Food Security Internship – FDSC701 (40 Credits)
OR
- Food Security Dissertation for Diploma – FDSC711 (40 Credits)
- Project Design & Management – RRMG712 (16 Credits)
- Total Credits for Qualification: 128
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