Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics
Why study the Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics at UNE?
The Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics allows graduates to take up professional, managerial or executive positions in such areas as banking, international agencies, agribusiness, education, agriculture or the public sector. Skills gained allow graduates to perform an effective professional role in a changing economic and social environment to deal with the complex issues facing the agricultural and resource sectors. The degree provides graduates with a solid core of knowledge but is also flexible. Students can customise their program to focus on aspects of agriculture, natural resources, business and law.
The professional placement program equips students with relevant workplace skills and assists them in gaining employment upon graduation.
Note: Trimester 3: Off Campus Part-time Only
Career Opportunities
Examples include farm management of both small and large corporate farming enterprises; agribusiness roles in banks, firms, pastoral houses or primary producer organisations; agribusiness roles in international agencies and the public sector.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
77.10-77.15 / 112013 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 hereAll other domestic students apply direct to UNE
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| Official Abbreviation | BAgResEc | ||||||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | ||||||||||||||||||
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| 2012 ATAR | 77.10-77.15 | ||||||||||||||||||
| 2012 OP | 11 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | ||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 192 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Benefits | The Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics is the longest running course in agricultural and resource economics in Australia. The only other university offering such a course is University of Sydney. Many graduates are in high-level positions in the private and public sectors, domestically and internationally. Agricultural and resource economists will be employed in management of farm businesses, family properties or large corporate farming enterprises, commercial firms, banks, pastoral houses or primary producer organisations, the public sector such as the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Rural Economics, Departments of Primary Industry and Agriculture and agencies concerned with resource management education such as secondary schools, technical colleges, agricultural colleges or universities. Trimester 3 provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete the degree. |
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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
All other domestic students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct 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 English. For some units in the economics, finance and quantitative areas it is recommended that students have previously studied mathematics. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | Students must complete up to eight weeks of professional experience with approved agribusiness institutions during their degree. A minimum of two weeks and a maximum of six weeks may be undertaken in any one organisation or district. |
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| Advanced Standing | UNE recognises that some enrolling students have prior knowledge from other courses or practical experience that is similar to some of the units to be studied in their new course. Advanced standing allows this prior learning to be counted towards a new award, provided the student still meets the rules of the new award. Each application is decided individually and applicants must provide documentation to support their application for advanced standing in each unit. |
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| Fast Track | Trimester 3 provides an opportunity for students to fast track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete their degree. A selection of units is offered off campus during this period, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation. |
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| Honours | Honours is awarded on the basis of meritorious achievement over the four years of study. |
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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 |
Peacock Blue (BCC 120) |
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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 a 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 with not more than 60 credit points at 100 level; at least 42 credit points at 200 level; at least 36 credit points at 300 level; and at least 42 credit points at 400 level.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 126 cps |
| Listed Units | 48 cps |
| Elective Units | 18 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Business on completion of 48 credit points.
Submission of Dissertation
Disserations are due in the last week of the teaching period. Candidates must submit an electronic copy of the dissertation for examination. An electronic version of the dissertation, incorporating any changes suggested following examination, must also be submitted prior to a grade being awarded for the dissertation. The copies must be submitted to: The Coordinator - Minor Dissertations, UNE Business School. The supervisor's name should normally be included in the acknowledgements section of the dissertation.
Examination of Dissertation
The dissertation is examined by two examiners - one of these examiners is normally the supervisor. Another examiner is to be recommended by the supervisor. The supervisor must submit the name and contact details of the recommended examiner to the Coordinator - Minor Dissertations at least two weeks prior to submission of the dissertation for examination. A short statement should accompany the recommendation when an examiner is external indicating the qualifications of the recommended examiner and the reason why the recommended examiner is deemed appropriate to examine the dissertation.
The supervisor may consult with the candidate prior to the submission of the dissertation regarding a potential examiner, but the name of the examiner finally recommended by the supervisor to the Coordinator - Minor Dissertations should not be made available to the candidate.
The supervisor must provide a statement to the Coordinator - Minor Dissertations indicating that the dissertation is suitable for examination.
Examiners are normally expected to complete and return their report within FOUR (4) weeks of the dissertation being delivered. The Coordinator - Minor Dissertations will advise the supervisors of the outcome of the examination, along with a summary of examiners' reports as appropriate, indicating any amendments to be considered. Students need to consult with the supervisor and undertake any minor amendments to the satisfaction of the supervisor.
The supervisor is to send a note to the Coordinator - Minor Dissertations, that any amendments suggested by the examiners have been addressed to his or her satisfaction and that the result may be finalised. The Coordinator - Minor Dissertations will finalise the result and make a summary recommendation to the School Teaching and Learning Committee regarding:
(a) the grade to be awarded for the dissertation (Fail, Pass, Credit, Distinction or High Distinction);
(b) the percentage to be awarded for the dissertation;
(c) if amendments to the dissertation were made before the grade was finalised;
(d) whether the candidate should be allowed to revise and resubmit the dissertation for re-examination (a maximum grade of Pass and score of 50% shall be given for any re-submitted dissertation).
The School Teaching and Learning Committee shall make the final determination as to the outcome of the examination, based on the recommendation from the Coordinator - Minor Dissertations.
Appeals
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Appeals.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
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| Learning Outcomes | Learning outcome information is currently unavailable for this course. |
| Graduate Attributes | Graduate attribute information is currently unavailable for this course. |