Prepare for a sustainable career in agriculture and food production

The agricultural sector helps to feed and clothe people across the world. With an ever-growing population, meeting the challenges of food security, environmental agendas, changing markets and complex rural issues means there is a high demand for qualified agricultural specialists across all sectors.

UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations in agriculture designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to build a sustainable career in the agricultural industry. Our extensive experience in training adults for constantly changing job markets means that by studying agriculture with us you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of everything from farm management and food production to biotechnology, business management and landcare, and graduate future-fit and able to adapt to advancements in the field.

A significant portion of our students select online learning, where they join a community of adults who use their life and work experiences to develop networks for the future. On-campus learners have access to housing, sports and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.

With UNE, regardless of the career path you want to take, our experts will ensure you graduate ready to tackle any agricultural challenge. Our degrees are shaped by research leaders who are committed to helping you develop advanced knowledge and technical capabilities, as well as transferable skills in business acumen and communication. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Explore the agriculture courses and specialisations on offer at UNE.

Courses by study level

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 …

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Food safety and security, natural resource depletion, climate change and the drive for sustainability are among the most significant global challenges of our time. There is a growing demand for professionals who are skilled at solving economics…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

With UNE's Bachelor of Agriculture, you will gain practical, production-oriented, specialist skills. 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 …

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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 …

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • Up to 12 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

With UNE's Bachelor of Animal Science you will graduate with knowledge and skills in the science-based fundamentals that underpin the relationships with and management of animals, plus acquire the practical experience to be on track for a…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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 …

Duration
  • 1.5 years full-time
  • Up to 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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 …

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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.…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

The environmental problems that we face in a rapidly changing world require solutions developed by skilled scientists and innovators. UNE's Bachelor of Environmental Science gives you a broad foundation in the theories and practice that underpin …

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

The world requires skilled scientists and innovators to develop the solutions to the complex environmental problems facing a rapidly changing planet. Combined with a contemporary understanding of the theory and practice of law, the UNE Bachelor of…

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • Up to 12 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Constant technological disruption and new discoveries in science influence every aspect of our lives, meaning that there has never been a better time than now to safeguard your future career with scientific knowledge and practical skills. With 20…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

Studying the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws at UNE will equip you with an extensive portfolio of knowledge and skills to future proof your career. In this comprehensive program of study, you will develop contemporary skills in how to write…

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • Up to 12 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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 …

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Work with people to build a better world and make a real difference with the Bachelor of Sustainability at UNE. Our degree integrates the social sciences and humanities with environmental sciences and natural resource management to…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Zoology examines how animals of all kinds — from microscopic parasites to blue whales, and from tiny finches to dinosaurs — live (or lived) in every type of habitat on our planet. Through hands-on laboratory and fieldwork focused on the study of…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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 …

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Are you interested in studying science and want to explore the topics that interest you? UNE’s Diploma in Science is ideal if you are new to university study and want to get started in science, or if you wish to develop a foundation of skills and…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

The Undergraduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies is designed to help you gain foundational skills in this rapidly evolving field of study. Whether you want to experience a taste for university studies or you're currently working in the…

Duration
  • 1 year part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

Gain foundational skills in animal studies – and knowledge in the science-based essentials that underpin the management of animals – with our Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Studies. This course is developed by passionate lecturers who are…

Duration
  • 1 year part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Cotton is the most widespread profitable non-food crop in the world. The Australian cotton industry provides employment for thousands of people industry wide. But how do we ensure the production, protection, systems and environmental management of…

Duration
  • 1 year part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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, …

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • Up to 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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. UNE's Graduate Certificate in…

Duration
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

Environmental factors play an increasing role in decision making in many fields. The ability to take these factors into account and improve the productivity and sustainability of environmental systems to meet the current and future needs of…

Duration
  • 0.5 or 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 0.5 years full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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 …

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 1 or 1.5 or 2 years full-time
  • Up to 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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 in a flexible timeframe that suits your…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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.…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online
Master of Science

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…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 trimester part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
Non-Award

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…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 trimester part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
  • Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own  4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
  • ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four  fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
  • ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four  advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
  • ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a  Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
  • ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your  mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.

Why study with us?

Smiling Bachelor of Agriculture student Greg Kemmett stands on wooden stairwell at UNE Armidale

The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.

Greg Kemmett

Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Agriculture

As advancements in technology and changes to the environment continue to evolve, you will need to be adaptable and innovative to stay ahead. Study one of our specialist agriculture majors or specialisations and graduate with practical agricultural knowledge for a rewarding future.

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Agribusiness
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  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
UNE's established agriculture experts will help you develop the financial, business management and practical rural science skills to succeed in the rapidly changing world of agribusiness that is forecast to see technological and scientific…

UNE's established agriculture experts will help you develop the financial, business management and practical rural science skills to succeed in the rapidly changing world of agribusiness that is forecast to see technological and scientific advances worldwide.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Accounting Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agribusiness Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agribusiness with Honours Specialist Course Bachelor Honours
Master of Business Administration (International) Minor Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness Specialist Course Postgraduate
Agricultural and Resource Economics
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
UNE's business experts will help you develop your skills in statistical, economic and policy analysis. Safeguard your career in the rapidly changing world of agribusiness that is increasingly focused on sustainable farming practices, natural…

UNE's business experts will help you develop your skills in statistical, economic and policy analysis. Safeguard your career in the rapidly changing world of agribusiness that is increasingly focused on sustainable farming practices, natural resource management and precision agriculture.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics Specialist Course Undergraduate
Master of Economics Major Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Economics Major Postgraduate
Agricultural Production
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
UNE’s local and global experts in agricultural production will help you develop the precision farming and analytical management skills to protect your career using the advancing technology that is forecast to see changes to agriculture's labour…

UNE’s local and global experts in agricultural production will help you develop the precision farming and analytical management skills to protect your career using the advancing technology that is forecast to see changes to agriculture's labour and business practices over the coming years.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agribusiness Major Undergraduate
Agricultural Sustainability
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course

UNE’s well-regarded agriculture academics will introduce you to recent and future tech advancements in science and farming for food production. Enhance your skills and prepare for sustainable success in the fast-changing world of agriculture.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Rural Science Minor Undergraduate
Agricultural Technology
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Prepare for the future of agriculture by building a versatile skillset in data analysis and precision techniques. At UNE we’ll help you meet the demands of an increasingly complex industry so you are primed to safeguard your place as the technology…

Prepare for the future of agriculture by building a versatile skillset in data analysis and precision techniques. At UNE we’ll help you meet the demands of an increasingly complex industry so you are primed to safeguard your place as the technology unfolds and the agricultural industry advances.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture Minor Undergraduate
Agriculture
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE’s established reputation in agriculture and be introduced to recent and future tech advancements in science and farming for food production. Learn from local and global experts and build the practical skills needed for sustainable…

Benefit from UNE’s established reputation in agriculture and be introduced to recent and future tech advancements in science and farming for food production. Learn from local and global experts and build the practical skills needed for sustainable success in the fast-changing world of agriculture.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Laws Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) Teaching Area Undergraduate
Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM) Teaching Area Undergraduate
Bachelor of Rural Science Specialist Course Undergraduate
Master of Science in Agriculture Specialist Course Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Specialist Course Postgraduate
Diploma in Agricultural Studies Specialist Course Undergraduate
Undergraduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies Specialist Course Undergraduate
Master of Rural Science Specialist Course Postgraduate Research
Agronomy
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE's established reputation in agriculture and develop skills in soil, crop and pasture management, research and analysis. Learn using up-to-date tools and collaborative technology to prepare for a long-term career in the…

Benefit from UNE's established reputation in agriculture and develop skills in soil, crop and pasture management, research and analysis. Learn using up-to-date tools and collaborative technology to prepare for a long-term career in the constantly changing business and physical environment.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Science with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Animal Bioscience
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Learn about animal metabolism, genetics, physiology, nutrition, behaviour and health with UNE’s highly regarded bioscience experts. Secure your role in the rapidly changing field of animal science that is forecast to see changes to imaging, data…

Learn about animal metabolism, genetics, physiology, nutrition, behaviour and health with UNE’s highly regarded bioscience experts. Secure your role in the rapidly changing field of animal science that is forecast to see changes to imaging, data analysis and more as technology advances.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Animal Science Major Undergraduate
Animal Production
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE’s local and global experts in agricultural production and develop the practical farming and analytical management skills to protect your career. Learn to use the advancing technology and be prepared for the forecast changes to the…

Benefit from UNE’s local and global experts in agricultural production and develop the practical farming and analytical management skills to protect your career. Learn to use the advancing technology and be prepared for the forecast changes to the industry’s labour and business practices.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture Major Undergraduate
Animal Science
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Develop your knowledge of best practice animal health and welfare techniques with UNE’s animal science experts. Secure your place in the rapidly changing world of agricultural and domestic animal care that is forecast to see changes in data…

Develop your knowledge of best practice animal health and welfare techniques with UNE’s animal science experts. Secure your place in the rapidly changing world of agricultural and domestic animal care that is forecast to see changes in data analysis, imaging, genomics and reproductive technology.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Animal Science Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Studies Specialist Course Undergraduate

Why study with us?

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For Undergraduate Student Support
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Careers in Agriculture

By studying agriculture with UNE, you will have the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of careers within the agricultural industry. With the need for adaptable, practical experts set to rise, professionals with skillsets in agriculture can find work in a variety of settings.

  • Farm hand
    Help farmers and graziers with growing crops and feeding and raising livestock and all general farming operations.
  • Farm manager
    Oversee daily operations on a farm such as crop production, livestock management, compliance and financial planning.
  • Agricultural consultant
    Provide farmers, agricultural businesses, and organisations expert advice on topics such as crop selection, soil management, pest control and sustainability.
  • Agronomist
    Improve agricultural practices, providing recommendations on crops, soil conditions, fertilisers, pesticides and irrigation methods.
  • Agricultural economist
    Analyse economic data and trends related to agriculture.
  • Agricultural engineer
    Develop and design equipment, machinery, and systems to improve efficiency in agriculture.
  • Agricultural scientist
    Conduct research to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability, advancing farming practices.
  • Food technologist
    Develop and improve food products, ensuring their safety, quality, and nutritional value.

A career in Agriculture

B. Agriculture / B. Business
Siobhan Smith

As I began my degree, my knowledge of the agricultural industry expanded and I became interested in all the possible career outcomes that my degree could lead to.

Bachelor of Agriculture
Matthew McCauley

UNE offered me so many opportunities. The highlight was travelling around Qld and NSW expanding my education through agricultural groups and conferences.

Graduate, Bachelor of Rural Science
Sara Paton

A lot of people whom I look up to as mentors all have some form of involvement in agriculture and/or the rural environment, and have inspired me to pursue a career in the agricultural industry.

A five-star experience

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18 Years in a Row

UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience

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No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience

QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience

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Five Stars for
Teaching Quality

UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality

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