Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Master of Agricultural Science
ProviderThe University of Western AustraliaCourse overview
The Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Master of Agricultural Science will prepare you to meet the demands of an agricultural industry undergoing rapid transformation by technology and digitalisation. It is structured as a four-year accelerated Combined Bachelor Master's program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above. By completing this course, you will graduate with both a Bachelor of Agricultural Science and a Master of Agricultural Science.
In your first three years you will complete the Agricultural Science and Technology (Extended Major) where you will learn about key topics such as soil science, genetics, cropping systems, soil-plant interaction, livestock production, agricultural economics and grain marketing, followed by a semester of postgraduate study.
You will then complete a final year of postgraduate study in the Master of Agricultural Science. The master's component of this course is highly inter-disciplinary. You will be guided through a research project gaining skills in data analysis, interpretation and communication.
Why study this Combined Bachelor Master's course?
- UWA is ranked 1st in Australia and 9th in the World for Agricultural Sciences (GRAS 2024)
- Agricultural technology ('AgTech') is rapidly developing and there is a high demand for graduates in this area, especially those who are also skilled in agricultural science
- UWA has built strong links with industries and professional networks to increase your career opportunities upon graduation
Get career-ready with a UWA degree
At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. To find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals, visit uwa.edu.au/students/employability
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32-36If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
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