Master of Agriculture and Food Sciences (Specialisation)

Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Agriculture and Food Science (Specialisation) course aims to provide graduates with advanced contemporary knowledge in agricultural and food sciences.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

2 - 5 years full-time

Course Code

P7D, 106832A

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

International Fees

$33,068 per year

About this course

The Master of Agriculture and Food Science (Specialisation) course aims to provide graduates with advanced contemporary knowledge in agricultural and food sciences. Students will develop a capacity for independent research and problem-solving that can lead to a higher research degree or a career in agriculture and food-related industries. They will be able to apply their skills and knowledge to address contemporary challenges and support sustainable agricultural growth and innovative food production in Tasmania.

The specialised skills and knowledge developed through this course will enable graduates to critically evaluate data and promote sustainable, ethical and safe practices in the industries they choose to work in. Graduates will have the foundation to contribute towards the University's strategic direction of improving processes and sustainability outcomes in Tasmania's blue and green economies.

Entry requirements

2-year MAgFoodSci:

A Bachelor degree in a science related area, and some background (e.g. minor sequence) in sciences relevant to one of the specialisations, completed to a standard of achievement that is deemed acceptable by the College.

1.5-year MAgFoodSci:

A Bachelor degree in a science field with a major in Agricultural Science or Microbiology completed to a standard of achievement that is deemed acceptable by the College.

Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.

English Language Requirements

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

English Language Requirements are: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)

Course Specific Requirements

A Bachelor degree in a science related area, and some background (e.g. minor sequence) in sciences relevant to one of the specialisations, completed to a standard of achievement that is deemed acceptable by the College.

Study locations

Hobart

What you will learn

1 Address complex problems in agricultural and food systems by critically analysing recent developments in theory and practice from the core sciences, business and agriculture.

2 Use scientific skills and approaches to advance disciplinary knowledge and inform decision making in agriculture and food workplace contexts.

3 Facilitate adoption of innovative, sustainable and profitable practices in agriculture and food systems by evaluating and communicating relevant knowledge to diverse stakeholders.

4 Design and conduct independent investigations using appropriate methodologies and processes specific to the discipline.

5 Advance the adoption of ethical, responsible, respectful and safe work practices that adhere to relevant regulatory and professional frameworks.

Course structure

The Master of Agriculture and Food Sciences is a two-year course which students can enter with a cognate or non-cognate degree.

The course comprises of:

Four core units worth a total of 50 credit points, to be completed as part of the transition semester
A specialisation comprising of six units, worth 75 credit points. Students can choose one of three specialisations:
1. Sustainable Agricultural Systems
2. Crop Science and Plant Health
3. Food Microbiology
A research pathway or professional pathway worth 75 credit points. Threshold criteria apply for entry into the research pathway

If you are starting in 2023 you can find your course planner here - this helps you plan what units to enrol in and when.

Credit for prior study or work

Students in this course may be eligible for a reduction in the volume of learning of:

up to 100 credit points if they have completed a Bachelor Honours (AQF 8) award in a cognate discipline; or
up to 50 credit points if they have completed a Bachelor (AQF 7) award in a cognate discipline.