Program Overview

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science from Charles Sturt University is designed to equip students with a solid scientific foundation to develop new ideas and technologies, implement new agricultural practices, and devise innovative ways to produce more from the world's finite resources.

Key Information

• Study mode and sessions: On Campus, Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 4 year(s), Maximum time - 8 year(s)
• Entry score: 65
• Indicative fees:
  • International on campus: Fee paying overseas: Full-time - $37,040.00 pa, Part-time - $18,520.00 pa
  • International online: Fee paying overseas: Full-time - $37,040.00 pa, Part-time - $18,520.00 pa
• Course points and codes: Credit Points: 256, AQF: Level 7, Cricos: G

Why Study with Us?

• Tailor your study: Study the particular area of agriculture that interests you and graduate with an industry-ready CV.
• Flexible study: Study full-time for four years at Wagga Wagga, eight years part-time online, or a mixture of both online and on campus.
• Strong industry connections: Our agriculture course has been designed in close consultation with key industry players.
• Access to Australia's best agricultural facilities: Located in the heart of Australia's major agricultural region, Charles Sturt University's 1,600-hectare Global Digital Farm features horticulture, livestock, and cropping enterprises managed to industries' best practice.

Career Opportunities

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

• Agricultural research scientist
• Agronomist / livestock specialist
• Farming systems consultant

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations.

Core Subjects

• AGB110: Agricultural Economics
• AGB310: Agricultural Marketing
• AGR130: Biology in Agriculture
• AGR202: Food Environment and Culture
• AGR203: Production Analysis and Optimisation
• AGR220: Extension
• AGS100: Livestock Production Systems
• AGS120: Managing Contemporary Farm Systems
• AGS160: Plant Production Systems
• AGS203: Agricultural Biotechnology
• AGS207: Precision Agriculture and Data Handling
• AGS300: Livestock Management
• AGS422: Contemporary Issues in Agriculture
• AHT101: Foundations of Agriculture
• AHT231: Agricultural Finance and Business Management
• CHM108: Chemical Fundamentals
• IKC101: First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country
• MCR101: Introduction to Microbiology
• PSC104: Soil Science
• PSC221: Fundamentals of Plant Protection
• PSC311: Soil Management

Compulsory Subject

• AGS405: Consultancy for Farming Systems
• AGS407: Agricultural Industry Internship

Major

Select one (1) major from the following:

• AT0001: Agronomy
• DG0001: Digital Agriculture
• HC0001: Horticulture
• LV0001: Livestock Production
• MF0001: Mixed Farm Business

Costs

Course Fees

• International on campus: Fee paying overseas: Full-time - $37,040.00 pa, Part-time - $18,520.00 pa
• International online: Fee paying overseas: Full-time - $37,040.00 pa, Part-time - $18,520.00 pa
• Subject fee (8 Points): $TBA

Payment Options

• Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university
• Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)
• Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)

Entry Requirements

• Selection rank: 65
• Academic entry requirements:
  • A completed High School Certificate with minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) 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.

Credit and Pathways

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:

• Apply via UAC
• Apply via VTAC
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt

Related Courses

Other courses that you might be interested in:

• Undergraduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies
• Diploma of Agricultural Studies
• Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management
• Bachelor of Agriculture
• Bachelor of Viticulture
• Master of Agriculture (with specialisations)