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Master of Pig Science and Management M.PigScMan

2009

Location:	Roseworthy Campus
Duration:	1.5 years (full-time or part-time equivalent)
Degree/Award:	Masters by Coursework

Program Outline

This program will not be available in 2009.

The Pig Science & Management programs will have a strong emphasis on the science underlying the production of pigs for human consumption and extending this knowledge from fundamental science to its application in pork production. The program integrates scientific communication, critical thinking and problem solving and is designed as a series of six short intensive courses followed by a period of industry orientation/ placement and a research project.

Program Structure

Students will complete 2 semesters of coursework and one semester of a research project.

Admission Information

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international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results

Domestic applicants

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SATAC Code	3CM082
Annual tuition fees	Australian Full-fee place: $21,984
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Graduate entry only.

You must have a completed Honours degree; or, a completed Graduate Diploma in Pig Science & Management.

How to Apply

SATAC Code: 3CM082

Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission

International applicants

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Not offered to international students.

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

Not offered to international students.

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Students need to complete the following courses;

Pig Production - Science into Practice ANIML SC 7025RW

Biotechnology in the Pork Industry ANIML SC 7026RW

Business Management for the Pork Industry ANIML SC 7027RW

Advanced Pig Nutrition ANIML SC 7028RW

Pig Health ANIML SC 7029RW

Science & Marketing of Pig Meat ANIML SC 7030RW

Industry Placement (Pig Science & Management) ANIML SC 7031RW

ALL students must also complete the following research course;

Research Project (Pig Science & Management) ANIML SC 7032RW

Career Opportunities

This program aims to produce graduates who have the understanding and skills to both undertake research and/or management roles in any area of the pork industry and who can assume leadership in the development and promotion of that industry.

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Last updated: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009

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Master of Pig Science and Management M.PigScMan 2009