GraduateAgriculture
Master of Research (Agriculture)
Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Master of Research (Agriculture) at Curtin University is a two-year full-time research degree that develops a strong critical and problem-solving approach to professional practice in the natural and physical sciences, and forms a basis for doctoral study. Graduates pursue research careers in agriculture and food systems, or continue to a PhD. Courses at Curtin are primarily taught on campus at the Bentley Perth campus. Indicative international tuition is around 43,300 Australian dollars per year.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- This is a genuine research degree with no coursework curriculum. It develops a strong critical and problem-solving approach to professional practice in the natural and physical sciences
- forming a basis for doctoral study through an original supervised research thesis in an agriculture-related discipline
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Agricultural ScientistANZSCO 234112
On both MLTSSL and ROL, so it supports 189/190/491 generally and gets an extra boost through the Skilled Work Regional (491) pathway if you study or work regionally.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Agricultural ConsultantANZSCO 234111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via VETASSESS assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
VeterinarianANZSCO 234711
On both MLTSSL and ROL, supporting 189/190/491 with a further boost through regional nomination. Needs registration with a state veterinary board, assessed nationally by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC)
Agricultural EngineerANZSCO 233912
On MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186, via an Engineers Australia skills assessment.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Applicants must have qualified for a Bachelor Honours degree (First or Second Class) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants who have qualified for a Bachelor Honours (First or Second Class) are eligible to enter the Master of Research directly; on entry they do not take out their Honours qualification but elect to continue into the Master's degree, with Honours remaining available as an exit award. A supervisor and an approved research proposal must be secured before admission.
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