Agriculture

With UNE's Bachelor of Agriculture, you will gain practical, production-oriented, specialist skillsets. You will have the paddock-ready skills and knowledge to solve problems and adapt to future challenges as a professional. Choose a major from one of three production-based options—animal, plant, or mixed farming—to gain a specialisation allowing you to enter the agricultural industry with expert knowledge and a technical skillset in the productive management of agricultural landscapes.

With a Bachelor of Agriculture from UNE you will be well-positioned to gain employment across a range of agricultural industries, and fit for the future.

Anticipate and respond to the demands of agricultural industries and businesses in a changing global environment and gain a broad range of in-demand legal skills with the UNE Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Laws. In this double degree you will benefit from UNE’s unique position in regional Australia, with the flexibility to build your capabilities in areas that interest you most. With your acquired legal and agricultural knowledge, advanced research skills and technical skillset, you will graduate with broad knowledge and specialist skills for greater career flexibility.

With UNE's Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business you will gain practical, production-oriented skills and knowledge in agriculture, together with in-depth skills and knowledge in business, management and finance. You will learn to formulate strategies and become an informed decision-maker who can communicate effectively in this rapidly evolving industry.

Our combined degree enables you to specialise by studying one of six business majors to complement the paddock-ready skills you gain from the Bachelor of Agriculture component, where you can also focus your agriculture studies by choosing one of six agriculture minors. You will graduate from this prestigious course well-positioned for career success with the expertise to adapt to a changing world.

Zoology examines how animals of all kinds—from microscopic parasites to blue whales, and from tiny finches to dinosaurs—who live (or lived) in every type of habitat on our planet. Through hands-on laboratory and fieldwork focused on the study of animal life, UNE's Bachelor of Zoology will equip you with the skills to think and act like a researcher in this specialist brand of biology.

UNE offers the only zoology-specific degrees in Australia. If you love animals and want to study their biology, ecology, and natural history the Bachelor of Zoology is the course for you. You will advance your understanding of the many facets of zoology so that you can apply your knowledge in the real world in areas such as animal behaviour, molecular biology and genetics, conservation biology, herpetology, parasitology, animal physiology, wildlife ecology, freshwater ecology and physical anthropology.

Demand for agribusiness professionals continues to grow as the world faces the evolving challenges of climate change, sustainability, food safety and security, and the increasing globalisation and integration of agricultural and food networks.

UNE’s Bachelor of Agribusiness provides you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to anticipate and respond to the demands of agricultural businesses in a changing global environment. Hone your skills in problem solving and analysis to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

With UNE's Bachelor of Rural Science, you will graduate at the forefront of the agricultural industry ready to solve complex problems in agricultural systems across enterprises, landscapes and the globe. You will have the paddock-ready scientific skills to adapt to future challenges as a professional, and you will gain an understanding of the sustainability of the whole agricultural system from the biophysical (soils, plants and animal production) including environmental, social and economic principles.

You will be well-positioned to become a leader in a range of industry contexts from farm management, the corporate world and scientific research.

In a rapidly changing world, there has never been a better time to expand your understanding of science and technology. UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is designed to provide you with broad scientific background to assist with future employment or to pursue further study. It is also a pathway to transition to a specialised science-based degree if you do not have an educational background in science. Our course encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as skills for communication and lifelong learning, allowing you to apply these skills to your specific field of interest.

With an adaptable skillset you will be ready to respond to the challenges and opportunities in any career.

The world requires skilled scientists and innovators to develop solutions to the complex environmental problems facing a rapidly changing planet. Our Bachelor of Environmental Science is a highly flexible course that provides you with a broad foundation in the core theories and specialised applied skills that underpin environmental science, together with a strong scientific understanding of local and global environmental issues and their management.

Future-proof your career with the knowledge and practical skills you will need to thrive as an environmental scientist, and help to find the solutions we will need to build environmental, socially and fiscally sustainable systems.

Expand and hone your teaching knowledge while building a highly valuable breadth of skills with the UNE Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching). This is a dual sector degree giving you the flexibility to teach in both primary and secondary schools. It is accredited with the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) and is designed to meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. In this course you will have the opportunity to specialise in subject areas that interest you most and gain experience in teaching to a wide range of age groups, culminating in sought-after skills to future-proof your education career.

Whether you are looking to re-train to become a Primary or Secondary school teacher, teach different subjects or upgrade your teaching accreditation, the UNE Bachelor of Education (In-Service Conversion) provides a flexible pathway to pivot and grow as an in-demand education professional. Upskill and enhance your on-the-pulse skills for the benefit of your career, your students and the profession at large. Stay relevant and pave the way for a successful teaching career in a supportive, flexible environment.

In today's increasingly science and technology-driven world, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is essential to help students develop 21st-century skills such as creativity, critical thinking and problem solving.

If you're passionate about STEM and you want to develop the knowledge and skills to become a sought-after secondary teacher, the UNE Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM) is for you. Our coursework is contemporary and well-rounded, ensuring you are ready to enter the profession with specialist STEM knowledge and real-world skills to pursue a rewarding teaching career.

The agribusiness landscape is experiencing significant changes, including technology integration, sustainability and environmental concerns, and changing consumer preferences. Being able to quickly adjust strategies, adopt new technologies, and align with evolving consumer demands is crucial to excelling in this dynamic industry.

Whether you're pivoting to agribusiness for the first time, or are an experienced professional looking to upskill and remain competitive in fast-paced field, the UNE Advanced Diploma in Agribusiness provides you with the skillsets you need to succeed. 

Population growth, technological advancements and sustainability initiatives are driving increasing demand for innovative and knowledgeable agribusiness experts, making this vital sector full of diverse and exciting career opportunities. Whether you're entering the field for the first time, changing role or industry direction, or aiming to advance your existing career, UNE's Diploma in Agribusiness equips you with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this dynamic field.

Enter the agricultural industry with a one-year academic qualification or refresh your knowledge with UNE’s Diploma in Agricultural Studies. By studying our course online or on campus, you will gain a formal tertiary-level qualification with a basic understanding of the science of agriculture, without having to commit to a full degree program.

Whether you wish to undertake a refresher course or start on a pathway to a bachelor's degree, our course will equip you with the understanding of agriculture to take advantage of opportunities in the rural sector.

Understanding the dynamic systems of our planet and the impact of human activity on the environment is crucial for addressing the increasingly pressing challenges of today and tomorrow. UNE’s Diploma in Earth and Environmental Science is designed to provide you with a foundational understanding of environmental science, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed for a diverse range of careers in this expanding and vital field.

This course is ideal if you are looking for a refresher on a discipline you're already experienced in, a chance to broaden your knowledge into a new discipline, or if you're ready to start a new career. During your studies, you will develop the skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to research, laboratory and field positions in technical and support roles.

High-achieving agribusiness graduates can contribute to our understanding of today's complex challenges affecting agriculture and agribusiness sectors through UNE's Bachelor of Agribusiness with Honours.

In your honours year, you will undertake in-depth research targeted at solving business problems or making strategic decisions in the agricultural industries. In doing so, you will hone your knowledge, analysis and communication skills to future proof your career in the agribusiness sector.

Contribute to world class research by completing a Bachelor of Science with Honours at UNE. Position yourself with advanced scientific knowledge in an era of rapid change. Our honours course goes beyond the normal practical and field training and provides you with a wide range of cross-disciplinary applied research opportunities to foster your development as a skill research professional.

We offer a range of majors spanning the pure and applied sciences, working with UNE's internationally recognised research disciplines. Our flexible, innovative learning environment equips you with advanced discipline knowledge and skills in critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Upgrade your skills and develop your expertise with science-based agricultural studies through UNE's Master of Science in Agriculture. Our flexible program of specialist coursework allows you to steer your studied towards your interests and shape the direction of your career within the agricultural industry. We offer a range of specialisations, including animal science, meat science, genetics and animal breeding, and agronomy and soil science.

Choose from a wide range of units, covering all aspects of the agricultural industry and receive a comprehensive introduction to research skills and research methodology. You can also undertake a research project supervised by our world-class researchers.

UNE is a leading innovator in teaching and research in the agricultural sciences. Your advanced knowledge and skillset will prepare you for high-level work in this rapidly evolving industry.

With UNE's Graduate Certificate in Agriculture, you can expand your professional skills and gain a specialisation in a specific area of agriculture or develop your fundamental knowledge of agricultural science. This course provides you with the opportunity to fast-track your career via a range of coursework programs designed to develop expertise in an area of your interest. You'll be able to choose your specialist area from options that include general agricultural production, precision agriculture, agricultural consulting, sustainable agriculture, sheep and wool science, genetics, soil science, cropping systems, and animal health and nutrition.

Open doors to a wide range of employment options in this rapidly changing industry and future fit your career.

Accelerate your career opportunities with the UNE Master of Teaching (Secondary). Gain the specialist knowledge and skills you need to become a sought-after teacher who makes a difference. Study online or on campus in a flexible timeframe that suits your lifestyle. Be positioned at the forefront of educational expertise to make your education career goals a reality.

In a world facing growing environmental challenges, sustainable management of natural resources has never been more critical. The Master of Natural Resource Management equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate complex ecological, social, and policy issues in a rapidly changing world.

You’ll explore interdisciplinary approaches to conserving biodiversity, managing land and water, and supporting community resilience. Designed for professionals and aspiring leaders and taught by world leading multi-disciplinary scientists, this course prepares you to influence policy, drive innovation, and create tangible impact in conservation, resource governance, and environmental management.

Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work with you to design a course to match your skills and aspirations.

You will have the freedom to assemble your course from a full breadth of subjects, play to your strengths and draw from your experience to achieve your goals. Learn in a way that suits your timeframe and do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor — with one-on-one guidance from start to finish. You'll be paving your pathway to the next stage of your career.

Agriculture and food production present a unique set of challenges for business people who work in the area, such as climate change, sustainability, food safety and security, and globalisation.

Through UNE's Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness, you will develop specialist skills and knowledge that will complement your experience, equipped you to tackle the issues that affect food and agricultural production. Skilled agribusiness graduates are in demand in the workplace—you'll be positioned to take advantage of a wide range of opportunities.

Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new career direction, we will work with you to customise a course to match your skills and aspirations.

Choose from a full breadth of subjects. Avoid getting bogged down in a lengthy, traditional course, and instead, play to your natural strengths, refine your skills and draw on your experience to prepare for the future. And do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor with 1:1 guidance from start to finish.

A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.

When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.

Practice-based research drives better decisions, stronger services and measurable outcomes. UNE’s Professional Doctorate provides foundational research training with a research thesis, supporting experienced professionals to contribute to the development of original knowledge that improves professional practice in their fields.

Co-design a workplace-embedded project with your UNE supervision team and your organisation, aligning rigorous methods with real-world challenges. Your examinable output is tailored to your discipline—for example, a thesis, a dissertation with artefacts, or an exegesis with a portfolio of creative, technical or performance works.

Understanding and discovery in science drives advancement, providing solutions to the world's health, environmental, agricultural and technological challenges. UNE's Master of Science allows you to study flexibly, to gain expertise and research training, and to contribute to current scientific knowledge. You will be supervised by internationally-recognised scientists and with opportunities to immerse yourself in UNE's vibrant research culture and access to our world-class facilities, develop your skills as a research professional.

High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision-making in your specialist area.

You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.

Upgrade your knowledge and skills or pivot your career by developing expertise in sustainable, science-based agricultural systems of production through UNE's Master of Rural Science. This postgraduate degree offers a supportive program of independent research related to practical and sustainable production of food and fibre.

UNE is a leading innovator in teaching and research in the agricultural sciences. Your advanced knowledge and skillset will prepare you for high-level work in this rapidly evolving industry.

The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the subjects that matter most to you? That’s what a Non-Award unit with UNE will help you to achieve.

Non-Award study means you can learn without the need to complete entire course requirements or take on a full course load. Whether it’s a language you want to learn, a business unit to enhance your career, an improvement of your IT skills, an update on education principles or developing your management style, Non-Award study gives you the flexibility and control to explore what matters to you.

If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross-institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of UNE's discipline areas.

Our Postgraduate International Qualifying Program is designed to provide you with the skills you need to succeed in postgraduate-level studies at UNE. If you don't already meet the requirements for admission to select Masters degrees at UNE, this non-award program provides you with a pathway to become eligible. From business administration and management to information technology, cybersecurity, environmental science and management, or agriculture, the Postgraduate International Qualifying Program will set you on the path to your dream UNE Masters degree.