Bachelor of Agricultural Science

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science is ideal for students who want to develop a broad and coherent understanding of agricultural science and its role in sustainable production and global food security.

You will study a range of subjects, including introductory agricultural science, biology, animal management, agronomy, agricultural economics and business, agricultural markets, statistics and data analysis, genetics, plant protection, biotechnology, and digital agriculture.

Alongside these core subjects, you will gain a competitive edge in the industry through one of eight cognate majors in areas such as environmental and agricultural economics, ecology and evolutionary biology, animal production, genetics and genomics, microbiology, plant science, food science, and soil science and hydrology. You will also apply your expertise to solve problems in interdisciplinary group project units.

Through our degree, you'll gain hands-on experience in the lab and the field and graduate job-ready to forge a rewarding career with real-world impact.

This course has cross-cutting knowledge themes of Profitability, Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, and Ethical Behaviour. It will equip you with the future-focused skills required for professional work in the agriculture sector.

The Honours year gives students an opportunity for research training, internships with leading agricultural companies and institutions, block-mode learning at the University's regional sites, and advanced coursework focussing on resilient and emerging agricultural systems in Australia.