Master of Science in Agriculture
Why study the Master of Science in Agriculture at UNE?
The Master of Science in Agriculture is a program of course work and research designed to provide advanced training to supplement a first degree and to provide an introduction to research. The course work component is designed to provide advanced knowledge, and to develop a range of skills, applicable to the candidate's background and area of interest.
Areas of specialisation are: animal science; meat science and technology; wool science; genetics and animal breeding; agricultural and resource economics; agronomy and soil science.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
3 Semesters Full-time3 Years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply) or Full Fee2007 STUDY OPTIONS
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| Official Abbreviation | MScAg |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Commencement | Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply) or Full Fee |
| Total Credit Points | 72 |
| Benefits | Further postgraduate opportunities Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) |
| Entry Requirements | The requirement for admission to candidature is a three-year degree in an agricultural or related area. It is possible to transfer to candidature for the Master of Science in Agriculture on satisfactory completion of units to the value of 24 credit points towards the Graduate Diploma in Rural Science. Advanced standing will be granted for these units. *External candidates must have access to appropriate research facilities and on-site supervision forthe completion of the thesis component. |
| Academic Colours |
turquoise green (BCC 121) |
| Further Information | 
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Information for Continuing Master of Science in Agriculture Students for 2008
Course Requirements
Candidates must complete units to the total value of at least 72 cp at 300 level or above, including graduate level units with a value of at least 48 cp, including RUSC 695 (Master of Science in Agriculture Thesis).
Units may be selected from 300-, 400-, 500- and 600-level units offered by the Schools of Environmental and Rural Science; and Science and Technology. These include units with a prefix of AGEX, AGRO, AGSY, ANPR, ANSC, ANUT, BCHM, etc and in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Permission may be granted to include units offered elsewhere in the University.
Requirements for RUSC 695
RUSC 695 involves a research project and a thesis. The project may take the form of a design or a field or a laboratory investigation or other research. The thesis submitted must embody the results of a research program. The thesis must be submitted within three semesters from the date of commencement of RUSC 695, should be written in concise English and should not exceed 20 000 words of text exclusive of appendices, references, tables and diagrams. A successful thesis will show the candidate's capacity for independence of thought and critical evaluation of the candidate’s own and published work in his/her field of study.
Supervisor’s Reports
A candidate’s supervisor must report to the Student Centre, at least once, on the progress of the candidate towards completion of the thesis (NR 691). In the case of a report being submitted advising of unsatisfactory progress the candidate may be asked to show cause why his/her candidature should not be terminated.