Program Overview

Master of Agriculture (with specialisations)

The Master of Agriculture (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University is designed to develop your expertise in natural resources and human and economic factors that impact agricultural sustainability. 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: On Campus
• Duration: Minimum time - 1.5 year(s), Maximum time - 3 year(s)
• Entry score: TBA
• Indicative fees:
  • International on campus: Fee paying overseas - $37,040.00 pa (full-time), $18,520.00 pa (part-time)
  • Course points and codes: Credit Points - 96, AQF - Level 9, Cricos - D

Why Study with Us?

Become an impactful agricultural communicator when you enhance your skills and knowledge of contemporary and future agricultural production and food systems. Learn about the importance of agribusiness and commercial operations connected to production, processing, and distribution.

• Future-focused: The course focuses on new and emerging agricultural technologies, including global positioning systems, remote sensing, information technology, and database management systems.
• Strong industry connections: Our strong industry connections mean you'll learn the skills and knowledge to make an impact in your profession.
• Choose your specialisation: Select a specialisation from agricultural business management, digital agriculture, and sustainable agriculture.

Career Opportunities

There are four jobs in agriculture for every graduate - and 40 per cent of those roles are in cities. This comprehensive foundation of knowledge and skills will provide diverse career opportunities, in Australia and overseas. Prepare for a range of leadership roles in agriculture, including:

• Agribusiness manager
• Agricultural consultant
• Agricultural extension officer
• Landcare officer
• Precision extension officer

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject, 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.

• The course consists of four core subjects, a specialisation, and 32 points of restrictive elective subjects.
• Students can complete a standard Master course rather than a specialisation by selecting an additional 32 points of restricted elective subjects.

Core Subjects

Specialisations

Select one specialisation from the following:

• DA0001: Digital Agriculture (32 credit points)
• AB0001: Agricultural Business Management (32 credit points)
• SA0001: Sustainable Agriculture (32 credit points)

Restricted Electives

Select 32 points from the restricted elective list, including:

• ACC501: Business Accounting and Finance
• ACC549: Financial Literacy for Decision Makers
• AGB410: Agricultural Marketing
• AGB450: Agricultural Business Risk and Investment
• AGB550: International Agriproduct Trade
• AGB577: Agribusiness Planning
• AHT404: Climate Change Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation
• AHT423: Digital Agriculture in Practice
• BIO516: Conservation Biology
• CCI551: Networking and Building Partnerships
• ENM443: Resilience Thinking and Ecologically Sustainable Development
• ENM522: Environmental Assessment and Auditing
• GEO503: Climatology
• HRM502: Human Resource Management
• IKC403: Critical Studies: Indigenous Australian Cultures, Histories and Contemporary Realities
• MGM506: Strategic People Management
• MGT501: Contemporary Management
• MGT510: Strategy and Planning
• MGT552: Leadership and Social Impact
• MGT553: Project Management
• MGT580: Forecasting and Risk Assessment
• MGT584: Leadership in Teams
• PSC406: Summer Cropping System
• PSC415: Soil Management
• PSC420: Water Policy and Management
• PSC424: Advanced Plant Protection
• SPA431: GIS 1: Geographic Information Science Foundations
• SPA441: Remote Sensing 1: Image Data

Costs

• International on campus: Fee paying overseas - $37,040.00 pa (full-time), $18,520.00 pa (part-time)
• Payment Options:
  1. Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university.
  2. Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).
  3. Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible).

Entry Requirements

• A completed Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline related to Agricultural Science or Agribusiness from a University or other tertiary education provider.
• OR
• A completed Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from a University or other tertiary education provider (or equivalent).
• OR
• A completed Graduate Diploma in Agriculture from a University or other tertiary education provider (or equivalent).
• OR
• Relevant Industry experience from the agricultural/business sector of at least 3 years or equivalent knowledge gained through alternate means.

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.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply:

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

Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually! They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances. Explore scholarships.