Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science and Technology) and Master of Agricultural Science

In your first three years, you will complete the following and a semester of postgraduate study:

• Agricultural Science and Technology (double major)

There is 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 double major provides knowledge in both the traditional agricultural science areas as well as the emerging data intensive agricultural technologies.

You will then complete  a final year of postgraduate study in the Master of Agricultural Science in your selected specialisation:

• The Master of Agricultural Science

• Agricultural Technology  Specialisation - Digital agriculture has the potential to significantly increase the production efficiency of agriculture and reduce its environmental impact. This specialisation explores the integration of digital information into management decisions for improved agricultural productivity. 
• Crop and Livestock  Farming Systems  Specialisation - Sustainable and profitable agricultural production requires knowledge of how best to integrate various components using a systems approach. This specialisation provides an in depth understanding of the application of science in the management of animals and plants in production systems, as well as environmental stewardship. 
• Genetics and Breeding - Plant and animal genetics underpins approaches to breeding of improved crops, pastures and animals for various agricultural industries around the world. This specialisation provides a solid grounding in the disciplines of genetics and molecular genetics and how these techniques are applied to the theory and practice of modern breeding and conservation of genetic resources. The role of breeding in enhancing the supply of food and fibre, especially in this era of climate change, is emphasised. 
• Integrated Pest Management - Plant disease, insect pest and weed management are of critical importance to profitable agricultural and horticultural production. This specialisation provides an in-depth understanding of the nature of plant pathogens, insect pests and weeds as well as their interactions with their environment is foundational to development and deployment of effective management interventions.
• Soil Science and Plant Nutrition - Soil management is of great importance to agricultural production in all environments. This specialisation provides an in-depth understanding of the nature of soil and how it responds to various forms of management interventions and disturbance factors with a view to its sustainable utilisation.