Master of Rural Science

Australian Qualifications Framework
Level 9 Master

J1. ADMISSION
In compliance with Rule 1(b) applicants are required to have:

a. a Bachelor of Rural Science in the University; or
b. another qualification approved by the Committee or its Delegated Authority as equivalent to that specified in Rule J1a; or
c. a Graduate Diploma in Rural Science in Agriculture at the level of Distinction or higher; or
d. satisfy the Committee or its Delegated Authority by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature.

J2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE

In addition to Rule 4., candidates admitted with the Graduate Diplomas in Natural Resources or Rural Science may, at the Committee or its Delegated Authority’s discretion, on recommendation from the relevant head of school, have the periods of candidature reduced by 6 months for full-time students or 1 year for part-time students.