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 2024-02-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-11-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Food Science Agriculture Botany View 33 other Masters in Agriculture in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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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

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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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.

Tuition Fee

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International

48160 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 48160 AUD per year during 18 months.
National

4730 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4730 AUD per year during 18 months.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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