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CSU's Bachelor of Agriculture provides graduates with the opportunity to obtain the knowledge and skills in agriculture required to operate in our modern agricultural industries.

CSU's Bachelor of Agriculture is science-based, but focuses on the practical issues facing agriculture, producers, agribusiness and the environment. It provides training in the major disciplines that underpin our modern agricultural industries.

The course reflects the University's commitment to new agriculture, providing students with a variety of study options that maximise their potential and career.

The foundation in science gained will be drawn upon to build an understanding of management and integration of agricultural issues and allows you to gain a strong foundation in agricultural science and related disciplines.

CSU's School of Agricultural and Wine Sciences has long been considered a world leader in agricultural education and is located in one of the most productive regions in south-eastern Australia.

Entry Requirements

Highly desirable knowledge of Mathematics and Chemistry, Q Fever immunisation, and proof of likelihood of success (previous studies, previous achievements/success) and/or high school diploma.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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This degree produces graduates with skills in increasing demand in the rural sector. A practical orientated degree, students are provided with the tools necessary to understand the implications of land use and management change on agricultural productivity. Once armed with the basic knowledge to understand agricultural systems, graduates are able to continue on to further study in specific areas of interest. This degree suits students who are more interested in management of agricultural landscapes in contrast to the scientific, agricultural systems focus of other agricultural based degree programs offered at UNE. The major completed will appear on the academic record and testamur.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is mathematics.

Recommended studies: biology and/or chemistry.

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the faculty offers foundation units in chemistry and mathematics.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

12 weeks of approved practical industry experience during university vacation periods. For further information contact UNE Career Development through AskUNE.

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The Master of Agriculture is a course work program designed for students with a strong science-based bachelors in the fields of animal, plant, chemical and environmental sciences who wish to obtain specialist professional knowledge and skills in agriculture. The course is designed to equip graduates for professional standing and employment in a range of areas of agriculture or graduates who anticipate employment with professional responsibility for agricultural policy formation or a role of equivalent standing in agriculture in non-government or government capacity. It also offers a mechanism for students with a generalist degree such as the Bachelor of Science to move into the agricultural sector.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Agriculture or Rural Science; or

(b) hold at least 12 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from the University of New England or equivalent; or

(c) hold a Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from the University of New England; or

(d) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

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CSU's Bachelor of Agriculture at Wangaratta provides a pathway from TAFE to university study. CSU is considered a leader in agricultural education and its commitment to rural communities makes it the obvious choice for anyone considering a career in this industry.

CSU's Bachelor of Agriculture provides a pathway for students with a Diploma of Agriculture into CSU's Bachelor of Agriculture, with credit. The program provides graduates with practical, relevant and up-to-date technical knowledge and skills desired by the agricultural industry.

The course is science-based, but focuses on the practical issues facing agriculture, producers, agribusiness and the environment. It provides training in the major disciplines that underpin our modern agricultural industries.

The course reflects the University's commitment to new agriculture, providing students with a variety of study options that maximise their potential and provide diverse career opportunities.

Entry Requirements

Diploma of Agriculture from GOTAFE or the NCDEA, and proof of likelihood of success (previous studies, previous achievements/success)

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Not open to international students.

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This combined program offers graduates the opportunity to pursue careers in agriculture and business related areas. Students can achieve disciplinary depth as well as the breadth of learning expected in agriculture and business degrees.

This combined program provides the opportunity to study in areas such as animal production systems and products, crop and pasture management, animal health and welfare, feedlot management, cotton crop protection, grains crop protection, poultry and sheep production, business information technology, micro and macroeconomics, economic perspectives of environment and food, farm and resource management, agribusiness marketing, commodity markets and banking and finance.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is any two units of Mathematics and English.

Recommended studies: Biology and/or Chemistry.

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers Foundation units in Chemistry and Mathematics.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

12 weeks of approved practical industry experience during university vacation periods. For further information contact UNE Career Development through AskUNE.

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