Master of Science in Agriculture
University of New England
Program Overview
If you are seeking to upgrade your knowledge or skills in the agricultural industry, or you have a a degree in another field of study and are aiming to transition into the agricultural industry, UNE's Master of Science in Agriculture is the course for you.
For over 60 years UNE has been at the forefront of agricultural education and research. The visionary, pioneering work carried out by Professor Bill McClymont at UNE laid the groundwork for our modern understanding of agricultural systems. McClymont's holistic model is still used to maximise production without losing focus on sustainable ecological, economic, social and environmental contexts. UNE maintains close links with the agricultural industry derived from our long experience in the teaching and research of agriculture.
Armidale, Australia
12 Months
AU$ 33,856
IELTS: 6
Rule A Core Units
12 credit points
Complete the following units
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Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS501) – 6 credit points
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Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS502) – 6 credit points
Rule B Core Units
12 credit points
Complete the following units:
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Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS501) – 6 credit points
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Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS502) – 6 credit points
Rule C Core Units
12 credit points
Complete the following units:
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Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS501) – 6 credit points
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Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS502) – 6 credit points
A candidate shall:
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hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification; or
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hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification from a recognised University in a relevant discipline*; or
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hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in a relevant discipline*.
*Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to:
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Agribusiness
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Agriculture
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Agricultural Economics
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Animal Science
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Botany
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Environmental Science
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Rural Science
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Zoology
English Language Requirements
All applicants must meet a minimum of one of the following criteria:
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English is the applicant's first language; or
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Satisfactory completion, within five years of the date of application for admission to UNE, of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at senior secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level in a country in which English is the primary official language or co-official language and in which English was the sole medium of instruction and assessment for the particular period of study claimed; or
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A pass grade or better in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level or overseas equivalent; or
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An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5*; or
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Equivalent Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 213 in the computer-based test or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component*; or
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A Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50*
International Fees
$33,856*
Agricultural scientists are in high demand and our graduates consistently rate us 5-stars for Full-Time Employment in the Good Universities Guide. Your career opportunities could include:
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agricultural extension and consulting
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agricultural research
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banking and finance
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agronomist
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farm management
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animal health, welfare and nutrition
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agricultural and veterinary sales and marketing
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government departments of primary industry
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precision agriculture
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education and training
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soil conservation.