UndergraduateAgriculture
Bachelor of Agriculture and Agribusiness
University of Tasmania, Hobart/Launceston, TAS, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Agriculture and Agribusiness at the University of Tasmania prepares students to address the challenges and opportunities facing modern agriculture, food production and agribusiness management. Combining agricultural science with business, innovation and food systems knowledge, students develop the skills to understand the complete agricultural value chain, from on-farm production through to processing, marketing and consumers. The degree takes a minimum of three years full-time and is based in Launceston, with strong connections to Tasmania's farming and food sectors.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 3 parts
- Core, Year 1: Introduction to Management
- Food Studies
- Food and Fibre Production in a Global Market
- Sustainable Resource Management
- Animal Production Systems
- Core, Year 2: Farm Business Economics
- Pasture and Animal Science
- Soil, Nutrients and Water
- Post-Production Management
- Developing Innovative Food Products
- Core, Year 3: Global and Local Food Systems
- Leadership, People and Culture
- Agribusiness Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Crop Protection and Biosecurity
- Intensive Production Systems
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Agricultural ScientistANZSCO 234112
On both MLTSSL and ROL, so it supports 189/190/491 generally and gets an extra boost through the Skilled Work Regional (491) pathway if you study or work regionally.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Agricultural ConsultantANZSCO 234111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via VETASSESS assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Agricultural EngineerANZSCO 233912
On MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186, via an Engineers Australia skills assessment.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires completion of a qualification equivalent to a Year 12 education in Australia, or an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above, or previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher.
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