Agricultural Science/International Development

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Year

2010

Award

Bachelor of Agricultural Science/Bachelor of International Development

Length

5.5 years full-time (5 years for accelerated program) or part-time equivalent

Campuses

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Course description

This course provides graduates with an understanding of the scientific processes involved in agricultural management and practice, and the political and social requirements for international development. The agricultural sector is often best able to assist in this development process, particularly in the response to climate change.

Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit the Faculty website for more details.

Course structure

First-year studies include agricultural systems, culture and globalisation: introduction to anthropology, biology, basic chemistry, globalisation.
Second and third year studies include biochemistry for agricultural sciences, plant and animal production and management, statistics for life sciences, development, globalisation and culture, electives from recommended humanities and social sciences subjects. Fourth- and fifth-year studies include case studies in agricultural science, experimental design and critical analysis, further studies in plant and animal production and management, development studies, major research project, electives from recommended humanities and social sciences subjects. Later-year studies include opportunities for international exchange.

Handbook

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Major areas of study

Soil productivity, plant and animal production, nutrition, physiology and biochemistry, business management, agricultural marketing and policy, soil chemistry and physics, micro and macroeconomics, 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.html

Additional 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.

Middle Band

Successful completion of Agriculture and Horticulture, Biology, chemistry, Mathematical Methods, Physics, or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study, to a maximum of 3 points.

Selection

ENTER 90.10

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 and 4: Study score of at least 30 in English (ESL), or 25 in any other English.

Semester starts

Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Career opportunities

Graduates have wide-ranging career opportunities extending well beyond traditional agriculture, in: 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. They are likely to find work in international aid and development agencies, non-government aid organisations, consulting, diplomatic trade commissions, and education.

They may also undertake further studies in agriculture or related areas such as biotechnology or veterinary science.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to 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