The campus of study will vary depending on the location of the candidate, the supervisor and the research field.

The major studies embodied in this course are designed on a broader range of agricultural fields where the students are given indepth factors and means which are vital in agricultural science, the study is detailed pertaining to agronomy, horticultural science, plant physiology and biochemistry, soil and animal science, microbiology, phytopathology, entomology, plant breeding, climate change, agrobusiness, and agricultural systems management.

Applicants should apply after finding a potential supervisor and discussing and agreeing on their proposed topic. Applicants will be considered who have an honours degree with at least second class lower standard; or a masters degree with a research component (eg a thesis) of at least 25%; or substantial demonstrated sector experience, previous higher education studies and professional experience and/or published research work.International applicants must also meet the University's English language requirements for admission are an IELTS overall score, a minimum score together with a Test of Written English (TWE) on the paper based TOEFL, a minimum score of & together with a minimum of the internet based TOEFL, PTE Academic 58 with no score lower than 50, a completion of a course of study, of at least two years’ duration, from an accredited University in a country where English is an official language.The study must have been instructed and examined in English. Studies must have been completed within the last two years and evidence in the form of a letter or certificate issued by the university Registrar’s office will need to be provided.

This course is accredited by the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology (AIAST).

A Master of Agricultural Science degree provides an the entry to a doctorate at a university and graduates are also highly sought after for positions across the spectrum of available careers not only in agriculture but also many other areas of life science, business and management.

Minimum 2 yrs, Maximum 4 yrs.