Master of Agricultural Sciences

at University of Melbourne

Agribusiness
The Agribusiness specialisation provides you with knowledge of the trends and underlying influences impacting the agribusiness value chain and the global environment. It focuses on the methods and tools relevant to business decision-making in the presence of risk and uncertainty across economics, finance and management.

Agricultural Extension and Innovation
The Agricultural Extension and Innovation specialisation will give you the knowledge to support change and innovation in farming communities, agricultural sectors and value chains, helping these groups adopt the latest science and technology and adapt to a changing environment.

Animal Science
The Animal Science specialisation is multi-disciplinary and research-oriented. You will develop an understanding of the biological and social aspects of our relationship with animals, and the impact animals have on the world. This includes animals outside the agricultural industries, such as those in zoos or sports.

Crop Production
Effective, sustainable and healthy crop production, crop protection, soil science and land management are fundamental to all agricultural production. If you wish to find solutions to issues in these areas, the Crop Production specialisation will help you to develop advanced knowledge in applied crop science and skills in integrating crop system concepts across multiple disciplines.

Food Sustainability
Be ready to address the challenges of creating more sustainable food systems. In this specialisation you will gain advanced knowledge of the agro-ecological and social complexity of producing and providing access to sufficient and healthy food. You will study environmental and population demands, and the policy, economy, political and nutritional dynamics of food production, distribution and consumption.

EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE WITH ELECTIVES
The Master of Agricultural Sciences features more than 30 elective subjects to complement your specialisation. Electives allow you to explore broader issues in agricultural science such as:

• Animal breeding, welfare and production
• Agribusiness and economics
• Crop production
• Pest and disease management
• Agricultural land and water management
• Conservation and business management.

In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed either:

• An undergraduate degree with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65 per cent in any discipline, or equivalent, or
• A minimum of six years documented relevant professional work experience.

Please note that meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider: prior academic performance, and, if relevant, professional experience.

Indicative first year fee
AUD$29,888

Indicative total course fee
AUD$61,270

Agricultural science transcends global boundaries, with over 90 per cent of graduates finding employment after course completion3. Whether you are already working in the agricultural industry or beginning a new career, the Master of Agricultural Sciences is designed to amplify your options. On average, Australians with a graduate degree earn $22,700 more per year than those with only a bachelors degree.

There is a wide range of fields you can pursue based on your educational and work background, and what you choose to study in the Master of Agricultural Sciences.