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University of Western Australia

A Master of Agricultural Science, specializing in Agricultural Economics, will give students an understanding of the economics and management of this sector and an appreciation of the agricultural system. This course will prepare students for a future career either as an agricultural economist or agribusiness manager. Australian agriculture is a key part of the world's food supply system. In this course students will develop an understanding of the complex factors that shape agricultural systems is necessary.University of Western Australia is well equipped for teaching and research in agricultural science, with a field station at Shenton Park and the University's new research farm near Pingelly, which aims to be self-supporting, sustainable, carbon-neutral, clean, green and ethical – a best practice farm. Teaching in agricultural science is also supported by the outstanding research and outreach activities of the Institute of Agriculture, the Centre for Legumes in Mediterranean Agriculture (CLIMA), the International Centre for Plant Breeding Education and Research (ICPBER) and the Australian Herbicide Resistance Initiative (AHRI).
Basic knowledge of agriculture and biology.
Major studies focuses on soil science, genetics, cropping and pasture systems, soil-plant interaction, livestock production, agricultural economics and agribusiness.
International students must have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (where required), completed to a sufficiently high standard.
Students with a Master of Agricultural Science from University Of Western Australia can pursue further studies in research including the Master of Science by Thesis and Coursework in, for example, Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Science.
This course prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for a future in the rapidly evolving field of agricultural science. There is a shortage of agricultural science graduates and career opportunities range from the laboratory to the field, from the city to rural areas, as breeders, agronomist, farm managers, market development officers, journalists and bankers.Graduates are employed as consultants, managers or researchers, by government agencies, universities, consulting firms, food industries, fertilizer companies, and international agencies. "Career Harvest" is a website launched by the Australian Council of Deans Of Agriculture to assist with finding professional careers in agriculture and this course leads to become agricultural consultant, agricultural scientist, economist.
$30980, per year.
2 years