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Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences
Campus Waite Campus
Degree Type Bachelor
Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 324561
2009
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
The Waite and Roseworthy campuses are recognised as centres of excellence in agricultural science and this reputation underpins the new Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences. The program trains students in the physical, biological, technological and economic bases of modern agricultural systems and is designed to demonstrate how scientific and economic principles are applied to manage agricultural systems and the natural resources on which these systems depend. Graduates are highly sought after for positions in a range of rural industries including consulting in the livestock and cropping industries, banking and research as well as related areas in natural resource management.
- Program Structure
The course is designed to provide a broad training in science and agriculture. The first year develops basic skills in chemistry, biology and statistics as well as offering core courses in soils and agriculture. In the second and third years students enrol in courses in crop science, livestock science, soil science and agribusiness. Some specialisation is possible in the third year.
Field trips and excursions are incorporated into the first and third year programs to expose students to best practice in industry. Practical skills are developed through a professional internship during the second half of the program. While the majority of the degree is based at the Waite Campus, education in livestock production and the practical component of agronomy is based at the Roseworthy Campus.
- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 324561 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Year 12 applicants
You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies
Alternative entry pathways
- Higher Education applicants
You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
- VET applicants
You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
- Special Entry applicants
You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
- Without formal qualifications?
You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
- Other Entry Pathways
How to Apply
SATAC Code: 324561International applicants
Not an international applicant?
International ATAR 70 IB 25 IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $23,100 Mid-year entry? Subject to availability CRICOS 069204G Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Equivalent Scores
International ATAR 70 IB 25 IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
International ATAR 70 Annual tuition fees International student place: $23,100 Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies - Higher Education applicants
- Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Level I Semester I
- BIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes and Cells
- CHEM 1100 Chemistry IA
or - CHEM 1101 Foundations of Chemistry IA
- AGRIC 1510WT Agricultural Systems IA
- STATS 1000 Statistical Practice I
Semester II
- BIOLOGY 1202 Biology I: Organisms
- CHEM 1200 Chemistry IB
or - CHEM 1201 Foundations of Chemistry IB
- AGRIC 1520WT Agricultural Systems IB
- SOIL&WAT 1000WT Soils and Landscapes I
Level II Semester I
- AGRIC 2500WT Animal and Plant Biochemistry II
- Foundations in Plant Science II
- PLANT SC 2500WT Microbiology and Invertebrate Biology II
- SOIL&WAT 2500WT Soils and Water Resources II
Semester II
- Crop Production II
- Agribusiness II
- ANIML SC 2503RW Livestock Production Sciences II
- ANIML SC 2501WT Genes and Inheritance II
Level III Semester I
- BIOMET 3000WT Ag Experimentation III
- Agricultural Economics and Policy III
Semester II
- Agricultural Resource Management III
- Professional Skills III
Plus elective courses to the value of 12 units chosen from:
Livestock Science and Production
- ANIML SC 3045RW Animal Breeding and Genetics III
- ANIML SC 3016RW Animal Health III
- ANIML SC 3015RW Animal Nutrition and Metabolism III
- ANIML SC 3043RW Animal Biotechnology III
Soil Science
- SOIL&WAT 3002WT Soil Management and Conservation III
- SOIL&WAT 3012WT Soil and Water Management III (MY)
- SOIL&WAT 3004WT Environmental Toxicology III
- SOIL&WAT 3014WT GIS for Agricultural Science III
Crop and Pasture Science
- Plant Breeding and Genetics III
- Plant Health III
- Agronomy III
- Plant Biotechnology III
- Soil and Plant Nutrition III
- BIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes and Cells
- Career Opportunities
Graduates will be equipped to solve industry problems and apply new technology in their areas of specialisation. Career opportunities exist for graduates in agriculture related industries, commercial enterprises, government and semigovernment agencies and secondary, tertiary and vocational education. Areas of employment include advisory, research and regulatory services, agricultural and horticultural production, agronomy and banking, communication and marketing and research, farm machinery, management and operation, journalism and technical work.
Potential careers
Remote Sensing and GIS, Research Scientist, Forensic Science, Laboratory Technician, Agriculture, Agricultural Service Industry, Agronomist, Animal Breeding, Livestock Production, Animal Welfare, Manager / Business Management, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, National Parks / Ranger, Natural Resource Manager, Natural Resource Planner, Catchment Management, Parks Management, Pest Control, Plant Biotechnologist, Plant Breeding, Ecologist, Quarantine Officer, ...
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Last updated: Monday, 25 Jul 2011
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