Bachelor in Agricultural Technology in the Philippines

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Program Overview

Bachelor of Agricultural Technology is a four-year ladderized degree program that focuses entirely on plant and animal technology. The program aims to help students gain a fundamental understanding of agricultural processes and the types of equipment and tools used to grow plants, breed animals and maintain outdoor environments. The Bachelor of Agricultural Technology program teaches students the practical and theoretical knowledge in animal production, crop production, post-harvest technology, pest management, and agribusiness management.

Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in Agriculture are encouraged to take the Agri-Fishery Arts Strand under the Technical-Vocational and Livelihood (TVL) track. This strand provides various topics in Animal Production, Crop Production, Landscaping, Food Processing, and Fisheries. Learning these basic topics beforehand will be useful in college.

Subjects and Curriculum

Introduction to Agriculture
Soil Science
Introduction to Diversified and Integrated Farming Systems
Organic and Inorganic Farming
Introduction to Community Development
Agro-forestry

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

The student must be a high school graduate.

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS)

and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
Most recent medical and dental health record
Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
Certificate of Good moral character
Copy of honorable dismissal
Copy of high school diploma
(1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of Agricultural Technology are expected to be able to:

Lead in implementation and monitoring of agricultural programs
Supervise and manage private and public organizations
Participate in developing a new generation of agricultural projects
Conduct agricultural experiments and interpret data

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in a farm, plant, laboratory, or other corporations and establishments that will provide more practical experience in agriculture. Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.

Board Exam

The Bachelor of Agricultural Technology does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of Agricultural Technology may pursue a career path in a farm, plant, laboratory, or other corporations and establishments that are part of the agricultural industry. They may apply for roles such as a agricultural technician, agricultural merchandise representative, laboratory animal technician, government and private agency staff, animal care specialist, commercial farm manager, and animal nutritionist.

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V. Q.

◈ Studied Bachelor in Agricultural Technology
◈ At University of Southeastern Philippines
◈ Graduated 1997

About my college education: It took 4 years and a half for me to graduate the said degree because I wasn't able to march for graduation on my fourth year due to my ROTC subject.

During my four years of Education, the Lord was so great and even until now because He gave me a university in which offered a full scholarship program. Tuition was free, the dormitory, books and even they gave us stipend.

Those things were availed because I maintained my grades to the highest level. Many skills were needed for me to survive. I even encountered plowing the field, planting rice, corn and vegetables, raising animals and even going to the market to sell our produce.

It was an unforgettable experience!

My current job: I'm currently teaching kids and at the same time English Program Coordinator of a government school in Thailand with a total population of more than four thousand students, two hundred Thai teachers and almost thirty foreign teachers from different countries around the world.

Am I using what I learned in college: Actually not all but for sure, I am using a little part of it. Instead of selling commodities in the market and or raising animals, I'm teaching little kids, interviewing and coordinating foreign teachers.

How long did it take to find a job: It took me two months to land a job after graduation but not in relation to Agriculture. I was tasked to do some office works in Manila.

Do I recommend studying Agricultural Technology: Bachelor in Agricultural Technology? In terms of employment opportunities, interesting career and salary level, I won't recommend but if you have no budget to pay for your education and want to have a college degree this is the best way and or you can look for another course offering free tuition allowance.

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