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Charles Sturt University

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Bachelor of Agriculture

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The Bachelor of Agriculture from Charles Sturt University provides education across major disciplines underpinning modern agricultural industries, focusing on ethical and sustainable food production systems. Flexible study options allow completion in three years full-time or six years part-time, with opportunities for credit and articulated programs.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 - 3 years full-time, 6 - 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Fees
$7,516 per year
ATAR
65

About this course

Overview

Agriculture is one of the most rapidly changing fields of study in the 21st century. As such, there is high demand for skilled professionals to develop ethical and sustainable food production systems, to support the world's growing populations. The Bachelor of Agriculture from Charles Sturt University will provide you with education across all major disciplines that underpin modern agricultural industries. With a science-base, this agriculture degree also focuses on practical issues facing modern agriculture, producers, agribusiness and the environment.

Flexible study options allow you to undertake the Bachelor of Agriculture at your own pace. This qualification can be completed in three years of full-time study or six years part-time - making it ideal to study while you work You also have the option to exit early with an Associate Degree in Farm Production, or further your agriculture study to the Bachelor of Agricultural Science. You may be eligible for credit if you already hold a relevant TAFE qualification.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

  • A completed High School Certificate with minimum required ATAR or equivalent.
  • A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR.
  • A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
  • 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

Agriculture is one of the most rapidly changing fields of study in the 21st century. As such, there is high demand for skilled professionals to develop ethical and sustainable food production systems, to support the world's growing populations. The Bachelor of Agriculture from Charles Sturt University will provide you with education across all major disciplines that underpin modern agricultural industries. With a science-base, this agriculture degree also focuses on practical issues facing modern agriculture, producers, agribusiness and the environment.

Flexible study options allow you to undertake the Bachelor of Agriculture at your own pace. This qualification can be completed in three years of full-time study or six years part-time - making it ideal to study while you work You also have the option to exit early with an Associate Degree in Farm Production, or further your agriculture study to the Bachelor of Agricultural Science. You may be eligible for credit if you already hold a relevant TAFE qualification.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:
  • Biosecurity / extension officer
  • Landcare officer
  • Farm manager

Course structure

Essential set (168 pts)Core subjects168 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsAGB110Agricultural Economics8 credit ptsAGB310Agricultural Marketing8 credit ptsAGR130Biology in Agriculture8 credit ptsAGR202Food Environment and Culture8 credit ptsAGR203Production Analysis and Optimisation8 credit ptsAGR220Extension8 credit ptsAGS100Livestock Production Systems8 credit ptsAGS120Managing Contemporary Farm Systems8 credit ptsAGS160Plant Production Systems8 credit ptsAGS203Agricultural Biotechnology8 credit ptsAGS207Precision Agriculture and Data Handling8 credit ptsAGS300Livestock Management8 credit ptsAGS422Contemporary Issues in Agriculture8 credit ptsAHT101Foundations of Agriculture8 credit ptsAHT231Agricultural Finance and Business Management8 credit ptsCHM108Chemical Fundamentals8 credit ptsIKC101First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country8 credit ptsMCR101Introduction to Microbiology8 credit ptsPSC104Soil Science8 credit ptsPSC221Fundamentals of Plant Protection8 credit ptsPSC311Soil Management8 credit ptsElective set (24 pts)Unrestricted electives24 Credit Points

Select three (3) subjects, equivalent to 24 points, from any discipline at any level providing prerequisite and enrolment restrictions are met. Note: if intending to continue studies in the Bachelor of Agricultural Science, electives must be chosen as aligned with one of the 5 Majors. Refer to 4410AS01 Bachelor of Agricultural Science for subject selection.

CodeSubjectCredit PointsXUN008Unrestricted elective8 credit ptsXUN008Unrestricted elective8 credit ptsXUN008Unrestricted elective8 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.
  • Apply via UAC
  • Apply via VTAC
  • Apply directly to Charles Sturt

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Agriculture & Environmental Studies courses at Charles Sturt University.
74.7%
Overall satisfaction
80.4%
Skill scale
62.7%
Teaching scale
84.9%
Employed full-time
$61.2k
Average salary