Overview

The Master of Science (Agriculture and Food Security) program at Curtin University will cover science and technology for crop, pasture, livestock and food production (including the roles of genetics and management in achieving sustainable production against environmental constraints), and their integration into viable farming systems.

What you'll learn

have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of agriculture and food security that extends beyond that is typically associated with the bachelor-level, and that provides a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying ideas, often within a research context

can apply their knowledge, understanding, and problem-solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to agriculture and food security

can clearly and unambiguously communicate their conclusions, along with the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences

can integrate knowledge, handle complexity, and formulate judgements including reflection related to relevant social and ethical responsibilities

comprehend and respect that agriculture and food security is an international discipline with varying perspectives as demonstrated in the diversity of opinion identified while undertaking this course

have developed the learning skills to allow them to continue to study and practice in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Quantitative Biology.

Decision Methods and Predictive Analytics

Global Environmental Challenges

Plant Molecular Biology

Aquaculture and Food Security

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-03 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-06 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-02-06 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-04 00:00:00 , International

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Int: Some specific countries have the application closing date as 20 weeks before course start date. You can check the list on the university's website.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

46

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TOEFL^® IBT

68

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Credits

400 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Food Science Agriculture View 37 other Masters in Agriculture in Australia

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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

46

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TOEFL^® IBT

68

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS 107626K

A bachelor degree in a science field.
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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

42594 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42594 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

25275 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25275 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 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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Overview

What you'll learn

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Perth

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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