Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Master of Agricultural Science
University of Western Australia - Crawley
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 15th in the World for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2022)
- 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
Majors
Agricultural Science and Technology (Extended Major)
There's a critical need to produce food and fibre more efficiently and in a more sustainable manner. There are currently rapid changes in the agricultural sector, largely due to developments in agricultural technology (digital agriculture). This extended major provides knowledge in both the traditional agricultural science areas as well as the emerging data intensive agricultural technologies.
Prerequisites:
- Mathematics Methods ATAR OR Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year
- Students without ATAR Mathematics will take two first-year mathematics units
- Chemistry ATAR OR an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year
Master of Agricultural Science
This course will provide you with a rigorous understanding of agricultural systems and how to maintain or increase production levels in a more sustainable manner. Upon completion, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed for a future in the rapidly evolving field of agricultural science and technology.
Potential Career Outcomes
Agricultural Scientist, Agricultural Consultant, Agronomist, Plant Breeder, Precision Agriculture/AgTech Specialist, Researcher and more.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The ATAR and Selection Rank profile is not available as this is a new course.
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Western Australia website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of Western Australia
Campus
Crawley
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Other
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 4 years, Part-time: Available
Indicative ATAR
Unknown
Course Link
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