Master of Agriculture
Why study the Master of Agriculture at UNE?
The Master of Agriculture is a course work program designed for students with a strong science-based bachelors in the fields of animal, plant, chemical and environmental sciences who wish to obtain specialist professional knowledge and skills in agriculture. The course is designed to equip graduates for professional standing and employment in a range of areas of agriculture, or graduates who anticipate employment with professional responsibility for agricultural policy formation, or a role of equivalent standing in agriculture in non-government or government capacity. It also offers a mechanism for students with a generalist degree such as the Bachelor of Science, to move into the agricultural sector.
Career Opportunities
There are opportunities in advisory and management roles in agricultural extension and property management; departments of primary industry; soil conservation; rural banking; private consultants; feed and fertilizer manufacturers; rural journalism; etc. providing advice on scientific, technical and economic matters.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 4 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
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| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Articulation from the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture: On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture, students are able to articulate to the Master of Agriculture with 24 credit points (no more than 12 credit points at 200 or 300 or 400-level) of advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Certificate. |
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| How to apply |
All 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 | Intensive mandatory 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: (a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Agriculture or Rural Science; or (b) hold at least 12 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from the University of New England or equivalent; or (c) hold a Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from the University of New England; or (d) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising: (a) 24 credit points for units completed at UNE at a minimum of 200 or 300 or 400-level; or (b) 24 credit points for units completed in NSW TAFE Graduate Vocational Certificate in Rural Extension and Community Development; or (c) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or (d) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience. (e) There shall be no maximum advanced standing on the basis of units completed at this University that have not counted towards a qualification. (f) There shall be no advanced standing awarded for RUSC595. |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised University in a discipline related to Agriculture or Rural Science; or
(b) hold at least 12 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from the University of New England or equivalent; or
(c) hold the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture from the University of New England; or
(d) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course comprising:
(a) 24 credit points for units completed at UNE at a minimum of 200 or 300 or 400 level; or
(b) 24 credit points for units completed in NSW TAFE Graduate Vocational Certificate in Rural Extension and Community Development; or
(c) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or
(d) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience.
There shall be no maximum advanced standing on the basis of units completed at this University that have not counted towards a qualification.
There shall be no advanced standing awarded for RUSC595.
Period of Candidature
For candidates admitted under Rule (a), (b) or (d) the period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
For candidates admitted under Rule (c) the period of candidature shall be:
(a) six months as a ful-time candidate;
(b) up to two years as a part-time candidate.
On the recommendation of the candidate's supervisor, the period of candidature may be extended.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points of which at least 36 credit points should be at 500-level and not more than 12 cps at 200/300/400 level from the Listed Units or as approved by the course coordinator.No unit shall be below 200 level. With course coordinator approval the student is permitted to undertake part or the entire project off-campus.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
For candidates admitted under Rule (a), (b) or (d)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Listed Units | 48 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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For candidates admitted under Rule (c)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Block Advanced Standing | 24 cps |
| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Master of Agriculture.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Agriculture on completion of 24 credit points.
Such candidates who wish to complete the Master of Agriculture must re-apply for admission and will be subject to the most current course rules.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims |
This is a coursework program designed to equip agricultural scientists with specialist professional knowledge in conceptual, scientific and technical competencies related to food and fibre production and land management. |
| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
Students will be required to read literature on practical, conceptual and theoretical aspects of agricultural science, and obtain specialist knowledge in selected disciplines.
Communication Skills
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
Students will examine examples of models, theories and case-studies on the production of food and fibre from around the world and in the context of food security.
Information Literacy
Students will be instructed, assessed and expected to demonstrate research capacity in written assignments and utilise a wide range of sources.
Life-Long Learning
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
Students will be challenged to critically examine literature, established theories and models, and techniques from a range of disciplines to address contemporary issues related to production of food and fibre.
Social Responsibility
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
Students will be exposed to training in team skills and perspectives throughout the course.
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