Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business
Why study the Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business at UNE?
This combined program offers graduates the opportunity to pursue careers in agriculture and business related areas. Students can achieve disciplinary depth as well as the breadth of learning expected in agriculture and business degrees. The combined program provides a substantial grounding in a variety of areas meaning that on completion of the degree students will have a wider range of career options from which to choose in areas such as rural borrowing and lending; merchandising of farm inputs; merchandising of farm outputs; management and consulting positions in the crop, horticultural and animal industries; rural politics and advocacy; property management.
This combined program provides the opportunity to study in areas such as animal production systems and products, crop and pasture management, animal health and welfare, feedlot management, cotton crop protection, grains crop protection, poultry and sheep production, business information technology, micro and macroeconomics, economic perspectives of environment and food, farm and resource management, agribusiness marketing, commodity markets and banking and finance.
Note: Trimester 3: Off Campus Part-time Only
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Graduates will have a wide range of career options from which to choose in areas such as rural borrowing and lending; merchandising of farm inputs; merchandising of farm outputs; management and consulting positions; the crop, horticultural and animal industries; rural politics and advocacy; property management.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
72.55 / 122013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on campus through UAC or QTAC
For more information, click hereNew domestic students to UNE apply to study off campus direct to UNE
Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE
For more information, click here
International Students
International Students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BAgr/BBus | ||||||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | ||||||||||||||||||
| Commencing |
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| Course Duration |
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| 2012 ATAR | 72.55 | ||||||||||||||||||
| 2012 OP | 12 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | ||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 192 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Trimester 3 provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete the degree. Fully credited exchange programs of one trimester are in place with international universities. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International Students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is any two units of Mathematics and English. Recommended studies: Biology and/or Chemistry. For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers Foundation units in Chemistry and Mathematics. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | 12 weeks of approved practical industry experience during university vacation periods. For further information contact UNE Career Development through AskUNE. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing may be granted on the basis of previous study completed at a recognised tertiary institution. Students who have completed the NSW TAFE Diploma in Agriculture or equivalent are eligible to received advanced standing towards the combined program for a maximum of 48 credit points. |
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| Fast Track | Trimester 3 is available for selected units (Commonwealth Supported Places available). |
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| Scholarships | The university offers a number of faculty/college and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
Dioptase (BCC 203) and Peacock Blue (BCC 120) |
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| Further Information | 
You can find instant answers to many of your questions or contact UNE directly via AskUNE |
Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) four years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 192 credit points.
Program of Study
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 144 cps | Practical Experience: 12 weeks | - |
| Listed Units | 36 cps |
| Elective Units | 12 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
To view the complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Agriculture on completion of 48 credit point.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims |
The Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business combined degree aims to produce professional graduates with skills in practical agriculture, business management and communication . These students should have the ability to apply their knowledge to a diverse range of agricultural and business endeavours and to "problem solve" business and technical aspects of farm and resource management. This degree provides a specialist/generalist agricultural and business training that equips students with the background to solve agricultural resource problems from a business and economic perspective.
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
BBus: Students will learn about the Management discipline and practise responding to real case situations.
BAgr: Students will be required to read literature on practical and theoretical aspects of agricultural science and economic management.
Communication Skills
BBus: Students are required to demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, using diverse written, verbal and visual methods as appropriate; read, critique and judge the value and contribution of written work; and present well-reasoned arguments and illustrate when necessary with relevant examples.
BAgr: Students will be required to express well-organised, logical and clearly written assessment tasks. Students will be exposed to techniques for improved oral and written communication skills throughout the course.
Global Perspectives
BBus: Students are expected to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges of operating in a global economy; describe the opportunities and threats for managers operating in a global context; and provide solutions to global strategic management case scenarios.
BAgr: Students will examine examples of models, theories and case-studies related to production of food and fibre, products and management of associated natural resources around the world.
Information Literacy
BBus: Students are required to recognise the contribution of the work of others to their own work; reference the use of others' work accurately; and access and use a number of diverse literature resources.
BAgr: Students will be instructed, assessed and expected to demonstrate research capacity in written assignments and utilise a wide range of sources.
Life-Long Learning
BBus: The unit outcomes that comprise the course are relevant both professionally and personally on an ongoing basis.
BAgr: Students will be instructed in, assessed and practise learning skills in critical thinking, research and communication that will be useful to them beyond the unit of learning.
Problem Solving
BBus: Students are required to demonstrate decision-making skills in the analysis of work-based scenarios and organisational problems; and demonstrate an understanding of the changing context for managers in the 21st century.
BAgr: Students will be challenged to critically examine literature, established theories and models, and techniques from a range of disciplines to address contemporary environmental issues.
Social Responsibility
BBus: Students are required to demonstrate an understanding and application of characteristics of professional conduct, integrity and ethics for managers; and demonstrate an understanding of and the application of social responsibility actions in strategic decision-making.
BAgr: Students will be exposed to concepts of social responsibility within the course and will be required to exhibit social responsibility when interacting with other students.
Team Work
BBus: This course requires students to demonstrate the ability to work in teams in class or in online groups.
BAgr: Students will be exposed to training in team skills and perspectives throughout the course.
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