The Waite and Roseworthy campuses are recognised as centres of excellence in agricultural science. 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.  This reputation underpins the Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences program, which trains students in the physical, biological, technological and economic bases of modern agricultural systems. The program is designed to demonstrate how scientific and economic principles are applied to manage agricultural systems and the natural resources on which these systems depend.

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.

This program requires a total of twelve weeks (approximately 450 hours) of professional work experience and this should be undertaken during the University vacations by the start of Semester 2 of the third year of the program.  This internship is assessed as part of the course Professional Skills in Agricultural Science 111.

• Varies with individual courses and includes a combination of oral presentations, written assignments , practical or examination work

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. Employment opportunities include those in:

• Advisory, research and regulatory services
• Agricultural production
• Agriculture related industries
• Agronomy and banking
• Commercial enterprises
• Farm machinery, management and operation
• Government and semi-government agencies
• Journalism, communication and marketing
• Research and technical work
• Secondary, tertiary and vocational education

Students are encouraged to take responsibility for developing the following attributes:

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.
• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

• For the Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences program a total of twelve weeks (approximately 450 hours) professional work experience is required and this should be undertaken during the University vacations by the start of Semester 2 of the third year of the program.
• This work placement is assessed as part of AGRIC 3500WT Professional Skills in Agricultural Science II

Faculty of Sciences Program Rules

• School of Agriculture, Food & Wine
• Faculty of Sciences
• Science Program Information Leaflet
  
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