| Rank threshold | ATAR: 66 SR: 66 |
| Duration | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time |
| Location | Online and |
| Next start term | Term 2, 2024 |
| Study mode | On Campus, Online |
| Course code | CV85 |
| First-year fee | $7,051 (Indicative) (CSP) |
Overview
The Bachelor of Agriculture equips you with the knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills required to play a vital role in improving the productivity and sustainability of modern agriculture.
The course has an applied focus that will provide you with industry-relevant training on a firm scientific basis. This agriculture degree equips you with a strong foundation that you will use to gain an understanding of increasingly complex concepts in the context of industry-relevant problems. You'll build your systemic thinking, and learn about emerging agricultural innovations and current technological advances, culminating in a capstone unit where you reinforce and apply the principles and thinking skills acquired throughout the course to address challenging case studies. You'll also complete a professional placement or research project, that allows you to apply the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in your degree to an authentic professional work or research environment.
Through a range of minors in complementary fields, you'll be able to creatively combine your agriculture core knowledge with other disciplines to give you an additional edge as a professional. You will profit from CQU's research excellence in agriculture and its focus on regional and industry engagement through the opportunities to learn from leading industry experts, interact with top researchers, hear from experienced practitioners and engage in activities such as summer research projects, conferences attendance, or international activities.
The Bachelor of Agriculture course prepares you for the rigours of the real world and ensures you have the skills to make a difference in the context of the emerging opportunities that a highly technical agricultural industry provides.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Local Networks
- Real-world Learning Facilities
- Residential Schools
- Strong Research Connections
- Work-integrated learning
Career Opportunities
Completion of the Bachelor of Agriculture will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in areas such as:
- agribusiness support sectors such as banking, consultancy, marketing, trading and logistics
- agritech
- agronomy
- cropping
- government policy development
- horticulture
- industry analysis
- landcare coordination/management
- livestock
- production enterprise
Employment opportunities exist within the public and private sectors, for example, in management, consulting, and research in cropping, agribusiness, horticulture, landcare, sustainability, and livestock management.
Structure & Availability
Term 1, 2025 Course structure
This course has a refreshed course structure commencing in Term 1, 2025. You are required to complete eight core units, one eight-unit major, and one eight-unit minor.
Major options
- Livestock
- Agronomy
- Agritech
Minor options
- Sustainable Futures
- Livestock
- Agronomy
- Agritech
- Science and Environment
- Earth and Climate Science
Term 2, 2024, Course Structure
If you're starting your studies in Term 2, 2024, you'll study 16 core units and choose either one eight-unit major or two four-unit minors from the following:
- Agribusiness in Depth minor (eight units)
- Animal and Plant Biology in Depth minor (eight units)
- Entrepreneurship minor (four units)
- Food Chemistry and Nutrition minor (four units)
- Liberal Studies minor (four units)
- Sustainable Landscapes minor (four units)
If you commence in Term 2, 2024, our course advisors will work with you to ensure you have an up-to-date study plan.
Unit information
For information on the units you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
Credit transfer information
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Bundaberg, Emerald, Rockhampton |
| Term 2, 2024 | Bundaberg, Emerald, Rockhampton |
| Term 1, 2025 | Bundaberg, Emerald, Rockhampton |
| Term 2, 2025 | Bundaberg, Emerald, Rockhampton |
Online Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 1, 2025 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2025 | Available Online |
Major options
- Livestock
- Agronomy
- Agritech
Minor options
- Sustainable Futures
- Livestock
- Agronomy
- Agritech
- Science and Environment
- Earth and Climate Science
Some of the minors and majors within this course are incompatible with each other (students cannot choose a major and a minor in the same field of study).
Professional Placement or Project - BIOL12050
This unit provides students with an opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment. Students will undertake either a) an industry placement, or b) a short research project for 120 hours. They will report on their experience in an appropriate format, identifying the nature of the work and activities undertaken. They will also reflect on how the knowledge gained and the skills developed during placement relate to their course of study and their future career.
Requirements
To be eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Student and Course Profiles
View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2024 via our Institute Profile.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
Commonwealth Supported Places
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
HECS-HELP Loan
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
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