Undergraduate + Postgraduate
Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Master of Agricultural Science
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Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.
Career Pathways
Graduates are employed as:
- Agronomists
- Breeders
- Farm Managers
- Researchers
- Consultants
- Managers
Master of Agricultural Science
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.
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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.
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Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.
Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.
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.
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Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Admission requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- 90
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
Prerequisites
This major requires:
- Mathematics Methods ATAR; OR
- Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year; OR
- Students without ATAR mathematics to take two mathematics units in their first year.
- Chemistry ATAR or an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year.
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Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1
- Undergraduate + Postgraduate
- CM013
- 102859M
Why study this course?
- 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 is well-equipped for teaching and research with a field station, a research farm and the outstanding research and outreach activities of the UWA School of Agriculture and Environment, the Institute of Agriculture, the Centre for Plant Genetics and Breeding, SoilsWest and the Australian Herbicide Resistance Initiative
- UWA has built strong links with industries and professional networks to increase your career opportunities upon graduation
You'll learn to
- integrate agricultural knowledge with skills in geographic information systems (GIS), programming and data analysis to guide decision making for improved agricultural productivity;
- be a critical thinker who is scientifically skilled and able to address global challenges such as climate change and increasing demand for food and fibre
- assess how climate, soils, plants, animals and farm management practices influence agricultural production
- evaluate how agricultural trade and commodity marketing can be applied to manage price risk
- have the necessary skills to undertake research projects, from inception and design of experimental hypotheses to testing, analyses and communication of results
Course structure
In your first three years, you will complete the Agricultural Science and Technology (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
Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Master of Agricultural Science CBM
BAgSc (Agricultural Science and Technology Extended Major) and Master of Agricultural Science
Undergraduate (UG) specific units
Elective units
Postgraduate (PG) specific units
| YEAR | SEMESTER | UNITS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ST YEAR | 1 | AGRI1001 | CITS2401 | SCOM1101 | Elective |
| 2 | BIOL1131 | SCIE1104 | Elective | Elective | |
| 2ND YEAR | 1 | ENVT2236 | GENE2250 | GEOG2201 | SCIE2205 |
| 2 | AGRI2201 | PLNT2201 | SCIE3314 | ANIM3306 | |
| 3RD YEAR | 1 | AGRI3003 | ECON3300 | ENVT3060 | GEOG3301 |
| 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
- BIOL1131 - Plant and Animal Biology
- CITS2401 - Computer Analysis and Visualisation
- SCIE1104 - Science, Society and Data Analysis
- SCOM1101 - Communicating Science
- AGRI2201 - Pasture and Livestock System
- ENVT2236 - Soil Science
- GENE2250 - Principles of Inheritance
- GEOG2201 - Geographic Information Systems
- PLNT2201 - Plants in Action
- SCIE2205 - Science Work Placement
- AGRI3003 - Decisions from Data in Agriculture
- ANIM3306 - Clean, Green and Ethical Animal Production
- ECON3300 - Agricultural Economics and Marketing
- ENVT3060 - Soil–Plant Interaction
- GEOG3301 - Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing
- SCIE3314 - Crops and Cropping Systems
- 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 Agricultural 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