UndergraduateAgriculture
Bachelor of Rural Science
University of New England, Armidale, NSW, Australia
About this program
With UNE's Bachelor of Rural Science, you will graduate at the forefront of the agricultural industry ready to solve complex problems in agricultural systems across enterprises, landscapes and the globe. You will have the paddock-ready scientific skills to adapt to future challenges as a professional, and you will gain an understanding of the sustainability of the whole agricultural system from the biophysical (soils, plants and animal production) including environmental, social and economic principles. You will be well-positioned to become a leader in a range of industry contexts from farm management, the corporate world and scientific research.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- AGB202The course structure lists 69 unit entries across its schedule. Units include Farm and Resource Management
- AGRO200Adaptation and Physiology
- AGRO311Plant Protection
- AGRO321Crop Production
- AGSY101Sustainable Agricultural Systems I
- AGSY102Sustainable Agricultural Systems II
- among others. Full unit-by-unit sequencing
- credit point values
- and any major or specialisation options are set out in UNE's Course Structure (Program of Study) tab for this course
- and the authoritative version of record is UNE's own Course Handbook
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
Completion of Year 12 with a Guaranteed ATAR of 77.10 (Rule A) or equivalent higher education, VET study, or work experience.
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