Undergraduate + Postgraduate
Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science and Agribusiness) and Master of Agricultural Science
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Careers and further study
This major opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.
Career Pathways
Agricultural Science is a growing industry resulting in a wide range of career opportunities from the laboratory to field work and the city to the rural areas. Industries hiring graduates in this field include government agencies, universities, consulting firms, food industries and fertiliser companies.
Graduates are employed as:
- Agronomists
- Breeders
- Farm Managers
- Researchers
- Consultants
- Managers
Career Opportunities
Agronomist
Agricultural Consultant
Agricultural Scientist
Government Agencies Researcher
Master of Agricultural Science
Fees and scholarships
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Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Undergraduate – onshore students
Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers, mature-age applicants and those with previous tertiary study. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Admission requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- 90
English competency
Mathematics requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Methods ATAR
How to apply
Ready to apply for this major? Follow the steps and you’ll be on your way to joining us at UWA.
Course details
This Combined Bachelor and Master (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above. Over the first three years you’ll complete an extended major in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness, and some units from the Master of Agricultural Science. You can then choose to exit after three years with an Advanced Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness, or continue with the Master of Agricultural Science and be awarded a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Agricultural Science at the end of the four years.
About the course
Quick details
- Available 2021
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1
- Undergraduate + Postgraduate
- CM003
- 102858A
Why study this course?
- Gain the professional skills and knowledge expertise to understand the economic and societal conditions as well as the biological and physical factors that shape global agricultural production
- Job opportunities, particularly for those with an understanding of the science, economics, and business of agriculture, continue to expand
- UWA has built strong links with industries and professional networks to increase your career opportunities upon graduation
You'll learn to
- obtain a focused expertise on the physical and social sciences of the agricultural sector
- research and apply principles associated with clean, ethical and sustainable production as well as proven methodologies and leading strategies in business management and resource management
- develop hands-on, transferable scientific and business skills for attractive employability across the spectrum of the agricultural industry
Course structure
In your first three years, you will complete the Agricultural Science and Agribusiness (extended major) and a semester of postgraduate study. You will then complete your selected specialisation in the Master of Agricultural Science. Refer to the example study plan for more information.
Course structure
Agribusiness Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s
BSc (Agricultural Science and Agribusiness Extended Major) and Master of Agricultural Science
Undergraduate (UG) specific units
Elective units
Postgraduate (PG) specific units
| YEAR | SEMESTER | UNITS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ST YEAR | 1 | AGRI1001 | ACCT1100 | MKTG1203 | SCIE1104 |
| 2 | ECON1000 | BIOL1131 | MKTG2301 | AGRI2201 | |
| 2ND YEAR | 1 | GENE2250 | GEOG2201 | Elective | Elective |
| 2 | ECON2245 | AGRI3004 | SCIE3314 | ANIM3306 | |
| 3RD YEAR | 1 | ECON3300 | GEOG3301 | SCIE2205 | Elective |
| 2 | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | |
| 4TH YEAR | 1 | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | PG Specific* |
| 2 | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | PG Specific* | |
* Postgraduate units will vary depending on your chosen specialisation, a study plan will be provided later in your degree.
Unit Description
- AGRI1001 - Feeding the World
- ACCT1100 - Business Reporting and Analysis
- MKTG1203 - Introduction to Marketing
- SCIE1104 - Science, Society and Data Analysis
- ECON1000 - Economics for Business
- BIOL1131 - Plant and Animal Biology
- MKTG2301 - Small Business, Management
- AGRI2201 - Pasture and Livestock Systems
- GENE2250 - Principles of Inheritance
- GEOG2201 - Geographic Information Systems
- ECON2245 - Business Economics
- AGRI3004 - Agribusiness Planning and Management
- SCIE3314 - Crops and Cropping Systems
- ANIM3306 - Clean, Green and Ethical Animal Production
- ECON3300 - Agricultural Economics and Marketing
- GEOG3301 - Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing
- SCIE2205 - Science Work Placement
- PG Specific - Master of Agricultural Science
Ming Chua
Ming Chua
UWA is a world-class institution for Agriculture, with esteemed professors and researchers who provide us all the tools to excel.
One thing I enjoyed most about my course was the opportunity to attend the 16th International Students Summit in Tokyo with a classmate. I made so many friends from top agricultural universities and I am sure we will be working together in the future to solve major agricultural challenges.
Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) helps bridge the gap between theory and practice by providing opportunities for students to gain hands-on, practical industry relevant experience and for employers to help shape the graduates of tomorrow.
Your degree options
Bachelor of Science
Fieldwork in Science
Plant Growth Facility
The UWA Plant Growth Facility (PGF) provides a high-quality, functional and practical growing site for carrying out experiments under controlled conditions.
Shenton Park Field Station
Dedicated facility supporting plant and animal research