Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Bachelor degree
48 months
Application deadlines: Applications are accepted at any time for most courses.
Processing time: 30 days
Full-time, Part-time
Intakes: February 25, July 15
International tuition: A$33,950
Domestic tuition: A$9,185

Program overview

A Bachelor of Agricultural Science opens the doors to a practical, interesting and sometimes delicious world of careers as diverse as viticulturist, biosecurity manager, boutique brewery owner, rural journalist, food biologist or agronomist. The degree gives you a sound basis in the physical and biological sciences. In the latter part of your degree you'll have the opportunity for specialisation and advanced study. Areas of study: Animal physiology and nutrition Crop production and plant nutrition Farm business management Food safety management Horticultural science and agronomy Microbiology and plant pathology Soil science and entomology Agricultural landscapes Students who complete their third year of the program with sufficient merit may be invited to undertake Honours during their fourth year of study.

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus
Part-time

Requirements

Exams:

  • PTE
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL iBT
School leavers An ATAR score of 65 or higher and successful completion of the following prerequisite unit(s) at TQA3 level, or equivalent: Chemistry (CHM415115) General Mathematics (MTG315115) All international applicants will need to meet the International General Entrance Requirements. For those applicants who are nationals of and currently residing in a country where English is NOT the official language, evidence of an IELTS or TOEFL test must be provided. The Bachelor of Agricultural Science requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0.

Career opportunities

Agricultural Science graduates can be found all over the globe, in the government and private sectors working indoors, outdoors, in the lab and in the field. The degree gives you the opportunity to travel, work and provide innovative solutions to the problems facing agriculture. The University of Tasmania collaborates closely with industry and organisations locally and internationally to give students exciting, challenging opportunities to start their careers and contribute to the community world-wide. Career options in Agricultural Science include the following jobs and industries: Agricultural research Agronomy Environmental sustainability Field officer Food safety and innovation Horticulture Industry consultancy Resource management Rural journalism Viticulture

Campus location

Sandy Bay , Australia

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