Agricultural sciences
Why study honours in Agricultural sciences?
An agricultural science degree gives you an understanding of both science and business, preparing you for a career that will address some of the most urgent challenges of the 21st Century. Because Australia’s agricultural sector is currently experiencing a critical shortage of trained experts, an Honours qualification will allow you to pursue a wide range of career opportunities both within Australia and overseas.
La Trobe’s research advantage
As a La Trobe student studying agricultural science, you will have the chance to conduct your research using state-of-the-art technology in the company of a committed research community. Our researchers have access to AgriBio – the Centre for Agribioscience – a world-class centre for agricultural research accommodating up to 400 researchers from La Trobe and the Victorian Department of Primary Industries.
Career Opportunities
The agriculture sector in Australia is currently experiencing a critical shortage of trained experts in agricultural science. An Honours qualification can provide you with the necessary advantage when seeking employment. Employers are looking for the research, analysis and critical thinking skills that an Honours course develops.
Course information
Local students
How to Apply
Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. See the Department of Agricultural Sciences' applying for research pages for more information.
Structure
120 credit points
Fee Type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There are also a wide range of scholarships available for local students, including an Honours year grant, available to students facing financial hardship.
International students
Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. See the Department of Agricultural Sciences' applying for research pages for more information.
Structure
120 credit points
Fees and scholarships
Contact La Trobe International for estimated fee costs for international students and scholarship information.
