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, University of New England'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.

Career outcomes

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:

agricultural extension and consulting
agricultural research
banking and finance
agronomist
farm management
animal health, welfare and nutrition
agricultural and veterinary sales and marketing
government departments of primary industry
precision agriculture
education and training
soil conservation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science
Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science
Fundamentals of Agriculture
Animals in Society
Organisms to Ecosystems
Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-11-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-06-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-14 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

More details

If you are an international applicant you can apply at any time

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

57

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Agriculture View 31 other Masters in Agriculture in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

57

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A candidate shall:

hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification; or
hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification from a recognised University in a relevant discipline; or
hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in a relevant discipline.
CRICOS CODE 000450G

Tuition Fee

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International

36226 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36226 AUD per year during 12 months.
National

34232 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34232 AUD per year during 12 months.

Commonwealth Supported Place (quotas apply) $6,932

Living costs for Armidale

1500 - 2100 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Agriculture.

Available Scholarships

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