Bachelor of Rural Science
University of New England (UNE)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00003G
With UNEs 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 fit for the future and well-positioned to become a leader in a range of industry contexts from farm management, the corporate world and scientific research.
Structure
192 credit points
Subjects
- Agricultural Plants: Adaptation and Physiology (AGRO200)
- Plant Protection (AGRO311)
- Crop Production (AGRO321)
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems I (AGSY101)
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems II (AGSY102)
- Grazing Systems (AGSY300)
- Sustainable Agricultural Water Management (AGWT300)
- Animal Production Systems and Products (ANPR211)
- Animal Function, Health and Welfare (ANPR321)
- Animal Physiology (ANSC201)
- Advanced Animal Nutrition (ANUT421)
- Biochemistry and Microbiology for Rural Science (BCHM240)
- Introduction to Biology: Cells and Life (BIOL110)
- Organisms and the Diversity of Life (BIOL120)
- Chemistry I (CHEM110)
- Chemistry II (CHEM120)
- Decision Making Skills for Agricultural Consultants (CSLT303)
- Farm and Resource Management (ECON223)
- Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS301)
- Introduction to Breeding and Genetics (GENE351)
- Introductory Genetics (GENE210)
- Foundational Quantitative Methods for Environmental and Rural Sciences (QMER100)
- Soil Science (SOIL222)
- Productive Soil Systems (SOIL311)
- Rural Science Practical Experience (PRACRURSC)
- Problem Solving in Farm Systems (AGSY410)
Standard entry requirements
an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Campus | International: $139,200 | No |
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| UNE Armidale (main campus) | International: $139,200 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: UNE Armidale (main campus).
This course is also available for domestic please contact University of New England for more informations about the tuition fees
