Overview

The Master of Agricultural Science offered at the University of Queensland is designed for recent graduates in any field, those with a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Science, and for established professionals wanting to upgrade their skills.

For your two years of full-time studies, you'll select from nearly 40 courses, including those within one of three specialised fields – Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Protection – allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals.

You may also choose to undertake an independent research project to increase your technical and research skills working alongside some of the university’s leading academics and researchers or in an industry setting.

Program highlights

Study at the university ranked number one in Australia in agriculture, for both research and teaching outcomes.

Learn from research academics who are world leaders in their disciplines, with access to extensive specialist research facilities across two campuses.

Be exposed to the latest advances in agricultural science, including precision agriculture techniques, genetic technologies and sustainable resource management.

Apply and sharpen your skills through field visits and laboratory practicals as part of your courses.

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Agronomist
Horticulturalist
Agricultural scientist
Agricultural consultant
Extension and inspection officer
Plant protection adviser

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Agricultural Research Methodologies

Leadership in Rural Industries and Communities

Global Challenges in Agriculture

Advanced Agronomy

Plant Physiology

Water & Land Resource Management

Principles of Weed Science

Principles of Integrated Plant Protection

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gatton, Australia

Disciplines

Food Science Agriculture Botany View 4 other Masters in Botany in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 079381G

Bachelor degree in any field; or Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Science. UQ or equivalent GPA of 4.5 or above on a 7 point scale.

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Tuition Fees

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54096 AUD / year

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3800 AUD / year

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Funding

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Programme Structure

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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General requirements

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International Applies to you

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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