Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Are you ready to be part of a new era in agriculture with the Bachelor of Agricultural Science from Charles Sturt University? Global demand for agriproducts is continuously increasing and the industry needs professionals who are ready to rise to the challenge. With developing opportunities – new markets, emerging technologies, globalisation of trade, climate change and sustainability – agriculture has become an increasingly complex and sophisticated industry.

This undergraduate agriculture degree focuses on Australian and global production issues facing farmers, agribusiness and the environment. Whether you choose to study online or in person, you'll be trained across all major biological and agribusiness disciplines that underpin modern agricultural industries. In this degree, you’ll also study contemporary, relevant subjects and gain real-world industry experience through our Agricultural Industry Internship program.

This course is part of the Charles Sturt Advantage – meaning you could get a guaranteed spot in your course before you sit your final Year 12 exams!

Explore where you'll learn. Take a 360° interactive tour of our on-campus farm in Wagga Wagga.

Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Honours)

Transfer into the  Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Honours)

Students are normally required to hold a minimum GPA of 5.0 in their final two years of full-time equivalent study for admission into the course Honours stream. Students should note that meeting the minimum GPA of 5.0 does not guarantee an Honours place; where there are limited places available due to supervision capacity, project resourcing, or unusually high numbers of applicants, offers can be subject to a competitive ranking process.

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR equivalent of 65 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
OR
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
OR
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
AND
STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements.

NOTE: This course contains workplace learning components requiring students to spend time on a farm and/or agricultural businesses.

Bachelor of Agriculture

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR equivalent of 65 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
OR
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
OR
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
AND
STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements.

NOTE: This course contains workplace learning components requiring students to spend time on a farm and/or agricultural businesses.

Associate Degree in Farm Production

A completed High School Certificate with an ATAR equivalent of 60 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
OR
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
OR
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
AND
STANDARD English Language Proficiency requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents.csu.edu.au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.

NOTE: This course contains workplace learning components requiring students to spend time on a farm and/or agricultural businesses.

1. providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English
2. have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
   1. a minimum overall score of 6
   2. no individual score below 5.5
3. obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.

Did you know that there are currently four jobs in the agriculture sector for every graduate? And 40 per cent of those roles are actually in cities. So a career in ag can really take you places. When it comes to agricultural science jobs, this degree offers a diverse range of career opportunities where you could work alongside farmers, rural industries or government. You could drive innovations to improve productivity and sustainability through research or develop planning and policy to manage agricultural issues.

• Work in rural industry

  Explore a range of careers, including agronomist, livestock/animal production specialist, farm manager, farm systems consultant or digital agriculture specialist.

• Contribute to government organisations

  Put your skills into practice as an educator, policy maker or advisory and technical consultant.

• Move into research and communication

  Immerse yourself in the latest industry developments as an agricultural researcher, extension officer, journalist or marketing professional.

Step 1: Choose a course

Step 2: Prepare

Step 3: Where to apply

Step 4: Accept your offer