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Download course brochure Upgrade your skills and develop your expertise with science-based agricultural studies through UNE's Master of Science in Agriculture. Our flexible program of specialist coursework allows you to steer your studied towards your interests and shape the direction of your career within the agricultural industry. We offer a range of specialisations, including animal science, meat science, genetics and animal breeding, and agronomy and soil science. Choose from a wide range of units, covering all aspects of the agricultural industry and receive a comprehensive introduction to research skills and research methodology. You can also undertake a research project supervised by our world-class researchers. UNE is a leading innovator in teaching and research in the agricultural sciences. Your advanced knowledge and skillset will prepare you for high-level work in this rapidly evolving industry. Why study the Master of Science in Agriculture with UNE? If you are seeking to upgrade your knowledge or skills in the agricultural industry, or you have a a degree in another field of study and are aiming to transition into the agricultural industry, UNE's Master of Science in Agriculture is the course for you. For over 60 years UNE has been at the forefront of agricultural education and research. The visionary, pioneering work carried out by Professor Bill McClymont at UNE laid the groundwork for our modern understanding of agricultural systems. McClymont's holistic model is still used to maximise production without losing focus on sustainable ecological, economic, social and environmental contexts. UNE maintains close links with the agricultural industry derived from our long experience in the teaching and research of agriculture. Our facilities are some of the best Australia has to offer. You will have access to the latest agricultural technology and techniques at our innovative SMART Farms including our production feedlot at Tullimba . Our Master of Science in Agriculture is informed by our innovative teaching and research. You will undertake coursework and research designed to provide advanced knowledge and develop a range of skills, relevant to your background and areas of interest. As an introduction to research you will complete two core research skills and methodology units which will enhance your understanding of the role of research in future proofing agriculture. You can also focus your coursework units in an area of specialisation. Additional units of study that make up your coursework are chosen from a comprehensive list of units, including many on the social, economic and environmental contexts of agriculture that influence our understanding of agriculture and the environment. You can tailor your course to meet the needs of your career in the agricultural industry and to graduate with expertise in your field of interest. By choosing UNE, you are choosing an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, our students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide . What makes our course different? Through our Master of Science in Agriculture you can: Direct your career by choosing to focus your study in a particular area such as animal science, meat science, genetics and animal breeding, cotton production, grains production, agronomy, and soil science. Build advanced knowledge and focused skills to enhance your career by choosing from a wide range of units that align to your unique professional goals. Enhance your critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills to gain a competitive advantage in any agricultural industry setting. Be part of a vibrant research-led academic community. Study flexibly either on campus or online to suit your lifestyle and other commitments. Please note that some units have mandatory intensive schools on campus. Undertake a major research project and dissertation if you achieve the required grades in the two research skills and methodology coursework units. This option can allow you to proceed to higher degree research through a PhD. This is an approved Student Income Support course. Eligible students may apply for Youth Allowance or Austudy. Study online Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world. Study on campus Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
Where You Can Study
Sydney
211 Church St, Parramatta, NSW 2150
Eligibility
Select the option that best describes you. I want to study on campus If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia: You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C . Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to: Agribusiness Agriculture Agricultural Economics Animal Science Botany Environmental Science Rural Science Zoology Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information On-Campus study If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa . The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions. I want to study online If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia): You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C . Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to: Agribusiness Agriculture Agricultural Economics Animal Science Botany Environmental Science Rural Science Zoology Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information Online study in your own country If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa . If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay. Online study in Australia If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units). Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification. Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card. Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Course Entry Advanced Standing Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest. If you are admitted under Rule B you will be granted 24 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule C you will be granted 48 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. You cannot apply for further Advanced Standing. Individual Unit Advanced Standing If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule A you can apply for up to 48 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on professional experience. If you are admitted under Rule B you can apply for up to a further 24 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on professional experience. Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: ERS581 Project Report in Environmental and Rural Science ERS501 Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science ERS502 Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science ERS594 Coursework Masters Thesis in Agricultural or Environmental Science > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C . Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to: Agribusiness Agriculture Agricultural Economics Animal Science Botany Environmental Science Rural Science Zoology Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Course Entry Advanced Standing Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest. If you are admitted under Rule B you will be granted 24 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule C you will be granted 48 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. You cannot apply for further Advanced Standing. Individual Unit Advanced Standing If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule A you can apply for up to 48 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on professional experience. If you are admitted under Rule B you can apply for up to a further 24 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on professional experience. Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: ERS581 Project Report in Environmental and Rural Science ERS501 Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science ERS502 Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science ERS594 Coursework Masters Thesis in Agricultural or Environmental Science > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Agricultural Industry Body / AgriFutures
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is AU$74,600, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$69,600 and a non-tuition fee of AU$5,000.
The Master of Science in Agriculture has a duration of 112 weeks.
The course is delivered at the University of New England's campus in Armidale, New South Wales 2351, a location owned and operated by the provider.
The course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a Skills Level 1 qualification (Masters degree), has a duration of 112 weeks (exceeding the 92-week threshold), and falls within the Agriculture narrow field of education (0501), which aligns with the Skills Level 1 priority list. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.
The CRICOS course code for the Master of Science in Agriculture at the University of New England is 000450G, and the CRICOS provider code for the university is 00003G.
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