Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to balance natural resources, human, and economic factors in agriculture. This course focuses on environmental and economic sustainability to ensure the future of primary industries and the continued health of natural resources.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum 0.5 years, maximum 1 year.
• Entry Score: To be announced.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full fee $18,520, per 8-point subject $4,630.
  • Note: Fees are indicative only and based on full-time study.

Why Study with Us?

Our graduate certificate offers a holistic overview of sustainable agricultural systems, drawing from fields of agriculture, ecology, environmental science, sociology, and economics. Students will gain a thorough understanding of science and policy issues surrounding global climate change, with a focus on agricultural impacts. Our academic staff are internationally acclaimed researchers in their fields of agricultural and environmental sustainability.

Career Opportunities

This course is ideal for those looking to redirect or enhance their capabilities for employment in the agricultural or agribusiness sectors. Graduates can pursue leadership roles in agriculture, including agribusiness manager, agricultural consultant, agricultural extension officer, Landcare officer, and precision extension officer.

What You Will Study

The course includes core subjects and restricted electives that cover topics such as sustainable future agriculture systems, agricultural and sustainable development goals, agricultural production and food systems, climate change impacts, mitigation and adaptation, and water policy and management.

Costs

• Course Fees:
  • For Australian or New Zealand citizens or holders of permanent humanitarian visas, a Commonwealth supported place may be available.
  • Fee-paying students will pay a tuition fee for each subject without government support.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all or part of the student contribution upfront.
  • Defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan (if eligible).
• International Student Fees:
  • Charles Sturt University gives a discount on tuition fees to citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada and the United Kingdom.
  • Contact a recruitment agent for more information.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: To be announced.
• Academic Entry Requirements:
  • A completed Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
  • Or, relevant agricultural industry experience of at least 3 years.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If you have completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to your course, you may receive credit towards your degree.
• Admission Pathways: Several pathways are available to help you meet the entry requirements if you don't quite qualify at first.

Scholarships

Charles Sturt University offers scholarships and grants totaling over $11 million annually, covering various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, and more.

How to Apply

Applications can be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents can also assist with the application process for international students.