GraduateAgriculture
Master of Horticultural Science
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Master of Horticultural Science at Edith Cowan University delivers theoretical and practical knowledge for the production, postharvest handling and supply chain of horticultural produce, along with the management and sustainability issues surrounding how produce is gathered, stored and used. Students are instilled with principles of advanced production technologies and practices to address key national and global challenges in horticulture.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Year 1 covers Horticultural Science
- Propagation Technology and Biostatistics
- then Management of Information Systems and Projects
- Principles of Production Horticulture
- and Science Communication and Ethics. Year 2 covers Advanced Horticultural Production
- Pathology and Pests
- and Post-Harvest Science and Technology
- finishing with a 60 credit point Postgraduate Science Project or an approved Professional Placement. Total: 2 years full time equivalent
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
Special entry may allow a reduced course duration of 1.5 years full time (or 3 years part time, for 180 credit points) for applicants with a cognate first degree or appropriate experience. Admission is based on a bachelor degree in a horticulture, agriculture or biology related discipline, a bachelor degree in any discipline plus five years of relevant senior or managerial work experience, a relevant Graduate Certificate, or evidence of equivalent academic capability. Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: a bachelor degree, or equivalent prior learning including at least five years of relevant professional experience.
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