Overview

Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Agriculture equips you with the knowledge, skills and experience to be an asset to any agricultural industry. The foundation you gain in science from this agriculture degree will allow you to build an understanding of the management and integration of agricultural issues.

Charles Sturt University has long been considered a world leader in agricultural education. Our dedicated teaching staff have strong research backgrounds and extensive industry experience.

Developed in collaboration with industry to ensure that you gain the most contemporary agricultural education, the degree combines current knowledge with the best available learning technology.

Study this agriculture degree online and during residential schools at the Wagga Wagga campus, you'll build practical skills, forge connections with academic staff and fellow students, and benefit from our close relationships with industry.

You'll have access to some of Australia's best agricultural teaching and research facilities, including our commercial 1400-hectare university mixed farm. You’ll get hands-on with our computer facilities, precision agriculture technologies, the most sophisticated underground root growth laboratory (drainage lysimeter) in the Southern Hemisphere, our commercial sheep and cattle operations, and animal-handling facilities. Develop strong practical skills in our mixed farms and agricultural research institutions and modern laboratories and glasshouse. These skills will be underpinned by working closely with other agricultural organisations on campus as well as the Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute.

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Agriculture at Charles Sturt University empowers you to meet the global challenges the industry currently faces – and help feed the world through the use of modern, sustainable agricultural practices.

Forge a career path in a range of exciting agriculture roles, including agronomist, livestock production specialist, farm manager, agricultural merchandise representative, advisory and technical consultant, extension officer and researcher.
A massive shortage of skilled professionals exists in a range of positions, so your skills will be highly sought after.
Charles Sturt University also offers a range of popular postgraduate programs in agriculture.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Agricultural Economics

Biology in Agriculture

Food, Environment and Culture

Livestock Production Systems

Precision Agriculture and Data Handling

Managing Contemporary Farm Systems

Plant Production Systems

Soil Science

Fundamentals of Plant Protection

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-07-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

International students: apply direct to Charles Sturt University or find a Recruitment agent.

these deadlines are for Australian and New Zealand students

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Agribusiness Agriculture Botany View 18 other Bachelors in Botany 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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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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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 0101014 (Wagga Wagga)

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR equivalent of 65 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent, OR
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR, OR
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification, OR
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification, OR
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies, OR
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

Tuition Fee

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International

33200 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33200 AUD per year during 36 months.
National

6529 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6529 AUD per year during 36 months.

Online international: $33,200
Domestic students: Commonwealth supported place

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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