Agricultural Science
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Agricultural Science
Length
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
The sustainable management of natural resources and related management of agricultural systems are among the most important current issues requiring broadly-trained graduates, prepared in both science and business disciplines. This degree focuses on sustainable land and animal management and practice, and on the sciences relevant to the understanding of primary production, resource management and agribusiness. Key features and studies include: industry placements and case study teaching; international study experiences; impact of agriculture on the environment; soil productivity; plant and animal production and management; agribusiness/marketing; statistics and experimental design; viticulture.
Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit: Faculty website for more details.
Work has commenced on the $230-million Centre for AgriBiosciences and the $90-million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science. Once completed, these Centres will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe's science students.
Course structure
First-year studies cover the impact of agriculture on the environment, cells and organisms, genetics and human biology, chemistry, plant science, statistics. Second and third year cover land and soil management, plant and animal production and management, agribusiness/marketing, landscape management with gis and remote sensing, and climate, sustainability and society. Fourth-year studies include case studies in agriculture science, experimental design, and a major research project.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Soil productivity, plant and animal production, nutrition, physiology and biochemistry, agribusiness management, agricultural marketing and policy, soil chemistry and physics, micro and macro-economics, statistics, computing and sociology.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, approximate costs include: laboratory coat - A$30, dissecting kit - A$40. These may be purchased from any supplier and become students' personal property. Additional costs for field trips (for food, accommodation, travel) may also apply.
Middle Band
Successful completion of any of the following facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study, to a maximum of 3 points: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods, Physics, Specialist Mathematics, Agriculture, Horticulture. Re-ranking is also based on criteria for the La Trobe University Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme, and performance in prerequisite studies.
Selection
Melbourne (Bundoora): ENTER 55.40
Extra requirements
Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.
Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any).
NSW HSC: English Band 2 or equivalent.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Additional information
Students who have completed the first year of the Bachelor of Biological Sciences can apply to transfer into the second year of this degree, at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus. Transfer is dependent on academic merit and the number of places available.
Career opportunities
Prospective career paths for graduates are wide-ranging, extending well beyond traditional agriculture. They include technological investigation and consultancy in agriculture; conservation, environmental protection and resource management; applied research; agribusiness, agronomy and the development and application of biotechnology in agriculture and related industries. Further studies in agriculture or related areas, such as biotechnology or veterinary science, are also possible.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html
Contact information
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All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover