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Est. 1919 — Over 100 Years
Cultivating the Future
Cultivating the Future
of Agriculture
Over 100 years of excellence in agricultural education, training, innovation, and rural development in the Free State, South Africa.
Campus Photo
Our Heritage
One of South Africa's Oldest Agricultural Institutions
Glen College of Agriculture is one of the oldest and most respected agricultural training institutions in South Africa, with a distinguished history spanning more than a century. The College officially opened in 1919, combining theoretical instruction with practical agricultural training.
Vision
To become a centre of excellence in providing relevant agricultural and agro-value chain education, training, research and development.
Mission
To deliver sustainable agricultural education and training through competitive human capital, infrastructure, innovative, dynamic and practical training in collaboration with stakeholders.
Academic Excellence
Diploma in Agriculture
A 3-year practical-oriented qualification producing prospective farmers and production managers with capabilities to manage farming enterprises.
Crop Production
Agronomy, plant breeding, vegetable & fruit production
Animal Production
Beef, dairy, poultry, pig & small stock production
Soil Sciences
Soil classification, plant & animal nutrition
Farm Aerial Photo
Training Farm
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Glen Farm — 4,619 Hectares
The Farm unit is responsible for maintaining and providing the facilities for Research and Training. It plays an increasing role in housing and provisioning of practical hands-on training for students and interns.
Veld
4,300 ha
Dry Land
171 ha
Irrigable Land
132 ha
Academic Disciplines
Three Core Disciplines
The Diploma in Agriculture is structured around three specialised disciplines, giving students comprehensive agricultural training.
Crop Production
From agronomy and soil science to vegetable, fruit and crop protection.
15 modules
View all modules →Animal Production
Livestock management from beef, dairy, poultry and small stock production.
14 modules
View all modules →Agribusiness
Economics, marketing, ICT, mechanisation and financial management.
10 modules
View all modules →Begin Your Agricultural Journey
Applications are open for the 2027 academic year. Join a legacy of agricultural excellence at Glen College.