Master of Horticultural Science

Masters (Coursework)

This course delivers cutting edge theoretical and practical knowledge for production, postharvest and supply chain of horticultural produce. It also focuses on the management, supply chain and sustainability issues surrounding the way horticultural produce is gathered, stored, and utilised.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

Course Code

T66, 108845B

Domestic Fees

$28,550 per year / $57,100 total

International Fees

$39,850 per year / $79,700 total

About this course

This course delivers cutting edge theoretical and practical knowledge for production, postharvest and supply chain of horticultural produce.

It also focuses on the management, supply chain and sustainability issues surrounding the way horticultural produce is gathered, stored, and utilised. Students will be instilled with principles of advanced production technologies, practices, and technology to address key national and global issues in the horticultural industry. Students will undertake a semester-long work placement or project with industry, academics, or external research partners.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

Special entry may be considered for students with a cognate first degree (or with appropriate experience) who can apply for a reduced course duration:

1.5 years full time (3 years part time) - 180 credit points

Admission is based on:
Bachelor degree in a related discipline*, or
Bachelor degree in any discipline, plus five years relevant work experience^, or
Graduate Certificate in a related discipline*, or
Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent.

*Related discipline refers to any horticulture/agriculture/biology related discipline
^Relevant work experience constitutes Senior/Managerial positions to be approved by the Course Coordinator.

Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

Study locations

Joondalup

What you will learn

Reflect critically on a complex body of knowledge and recent global developments in horticultural science, research principles, and methods related to professional practice.
Analyse complex concepts to solve problems in authentic horticultural scenarios.
Communicate innovative contributions to specialist and non-specialist audiences in the field of horticulture.
Initiate, plan and execute a substantial horticulture science focused project.

Reflect critically on a complex body of knowledge and recent global developments in horticultural science, research principles, and methods related to professional practice.
Analyse complex concepts to solve problems in authentic horticultural scenarios.
Communicate innovative contributions to specialist and non-specialist audiences in the field of horticulture.
Initiate, plan and execute a substantial horticulture science focused project.

Career pathways

MSc Horticulture graduates are employed across several organisations and industries including the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Universities, Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, Agrochemical companies, Elders Agribusiness in Australia, Nurseries, Parks and Gardens, Packhouses, Wholesalers, Retailers and Exporters, Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service, Biosecurity - Department of Agriculture. Horticulture Innovation Australia, AUSVEG, VegetablesWA.

Possible future job titles

Horticulturalist, Horticultural Project Officer, Horticulture Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Agricultural and Horticultural Plant Operator, Administration Officer, Waterways Plant Operator, Orchard manger, Vegetable farm manger, Bush Regenerator

Edith Cowan University (ECU)