PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Agriculture is a key contribution to our modern world.
Agricultural engineers are responsible for solving issues which are essential for the future of the planet. They have two main missions:
- Participate in the implementation of sustainable development policies (development of agricultural land, forests, fishing grounds).
- Work on agro-industrial development, through optimal management of spaces, resources and natural environments. They are also the guarantors of quality and sanitary safety in the food chain.
- Study mode: Full time
- Duration of the program: 3 years for the License and 5 years for the Master
- Language of instruction: English and / or French
- Start date of the program: End of August / beginning of September
ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT CONDITIONS
Admission to this program is competitive, and applicants must meet the minimum requirements.
Conditions for admission:
- French-speaking cycle
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- Holder of a probatoire series C, D, E, F, TI with at least 08/20 marks in the following subjects : Mathematics, English and or French.
- Holder of a Baccalaureate series C, D, E, F, TI or the equivalent in science with at least an 08/20 marks in at least two of the following : Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry Geography and or Geology
- With not more than three repeats.
- English-speaking cycle
- Holder of a GCE O level with at least grade C in the following subjects: Mathematics, English and or French.
- Holder of a GCE A level in science with at least grade E in two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography and or Geology.
- With not more than three repeats.
Language Requirements
Students who do not meet the language requirements but meet all other requirements are eligible and will be required to take an Aptitude test for English or French. The results are required to be presnted to the admissions office before the start of the next academic year. Without which the the student will not be able to register for the courses.
APTITUDE TEST
This is an exam for those who do not meet up with the language requirements . A second chance is given to you by SUI to sit in for a language exam. This will enable you have a valid certificate which will show that you validated the English proficiency exam to grant you the cridencials to meet up with the admission requirements , under the supervision and mentorship of the university of Buea.
Registration:
When registering, students are required to present photocopies of the following documents:
- Probatoire and Baccalaureate or the GCE – Ordinary and Advanced Level result slip and or certificate
- Birth certificate
- A hand written application
- Photocopy of national identity card (optional)
Transferring students must present:
- All other documents listed in the admission requirements to the program
- A copy of your most recent academic transcripts / records, signed and authorized by your institution.
- Any student requesting a transfer must have a related academic background and meets the minimum admission requirements
TUITION AND GENERAL FEES – HND PROGRAM
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PROGRAMS |
TUITION FEES (WITHOUT REGISTRATION | 1ST INSTALLMENT
60% |
2ND INSTALLMENT
20% |
3RD INSTALLMENT
20% |
| CYCLE BTA / HND | ||||
| / | 24 October | 09 January | 20 March | |
| Agricultural Engineering | 358 500 FCFA | 119 500 FCFA |
119 500 FCFA |
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| Full time Fees | Amount |
| Registration fee | 50,000Frs All paid Upon Acceptance of admission |
| Tuition Fee | 597 500 Frs |
| Lab and Practice | 27,000Frs |
| Student Accessories | 25,000Frs |
| Total Tuition and Fees | 699 500Frs |
TUITION AND GENERAL FEES – MASTERS
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PROGRAMS |
TUITION FEES (WITHOUT REGISTRATION | 1ST INSTALLMENT
60% |
2ND INSTALLMENT
20% |
3RD INSTALLMENT
20% |
CYCLE BACHELOR / MASTER |
||||
| / | 24 October | 09 January | 20 March | |
| Agricultural Engineering | 376 500 FCFA | 125 500 FCFA |
125 500 FCFA |
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| Full time Fees | Amount |
| Registration fee | 50,000Frs All paid Upon Acceptance of admission |
| Tuition Fee | 627 500 Frs |
| Lab and Practice | 27,000Frs |
| Student Accessories | 25,000Frs |
| Total Tuition and Fees | 729 500Frs |
Tuition and fee shown above applies just for the 2024/2025 Academic year and it subjected to change
NB : Fees are paid in three instalments and this does not include the initial registration fee. Payment Schedule given as follows; 5 0% before 24 October 2024, 30% before 09 January 2025 and 20% before 20 March 2025.
We strongly recommend that students review the requirements for this program before applying for admission and note should be taking that students who apply and meet this requirement may have to undergo an interview before the final decision on their application is made ( Link admission timeline here )
For further information about admission into this program please contact [email protected]
Depending on the area of expertise, the area of action of the agricultural engineer can be located at all stages of the agricultural production chain, whether it is the creation of non-polluting agricultural equipment, research for the strengthening of the resistance of a plant species or the selection of plant productions. His knowledge is essential from the design stage to that of the sale of the product.
The primary missions of the agronomist are as follows:
- It is responsible for ensuring the improvement of soil production techniques, taking into account their nature and characteristics. An engineer by training, acts as an expert consultant to various structures, both in the public and private sectors.
- When contributing to the design of a product or a service, he intervenes at each stage of the production chain.
- The agricultural engineer is mandated to carry out regular contracts on the product even after its marketing.
- Thus, he practices in the field (directly with farmers) or with a chamber of agriculture (in the laboratory). In the latter case, it can be at the CNRS (National Center for Scientific Research), at IRAD (Institute Of Agricultural Research For Development) or in the agro-food industry. The term “agricultural engineer” covers a wide range of fields and specializations.