Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture and Professional Accounting)

As land-based industries become even more important in feeding growing populations, there will be increasing need for future-focused leadership. This four-year degree blends farm management and agricultural production with modern business and accounting. You'll grow your worth as someone who can shape a commercially and environmentally sustainable future for farming.

As the world changes, new skills are needed to evolve and improve primary industries. If you're hungry to expand your opportunities along with your passion for the landing and farming, this is your degree.

During your study, you're expected to complete:

• At least 30 weeks of hands-on practical experience
• This can be two farm placements of 15 weeks each
• OR two farm placements plus a further allied placement of 10 weeks
• The minimum placement period is 10 weeks per workplace, with a maximum term of 15 weeks.
• Two reports are required.

To complete the practical requirements successfully, you'll need:

• Competence in driving vehicles (experience driving tractors or trucks is an advantage).
• Some previous farming experience is preferred but not essential.
• The physical ability to work on farms without endangering yourself or others.

General Secondary Education Certificate, plus one year (full-time equivalent) of successful study at a recognised university, Good passing grades

Graduates of Lincoln University's Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture and Professional Accounting) are in-demand for leadership roles in accounting and management firms across agribusiness and farming  in New Zealand and Australia.

Practical work requirements

During your study, you're expected to complete:

• At least 30 weeks of hands-on practical experience
• This can be two farm placements of 15 weeks each
• OR two farm placements plus a further allied placement of 10 weeks
• The minimum placement period is 10 weeks per workplace, with a maximum term of 15 weeks.
• Two reports are required.

To complete the practical requirements successfully, you'll need:

• Competence in driving vehicles (experience driving tractors or trucks is an advantage).
• Some previous farming experience is preferred but not essential.
• The physical ability to work on farms without endangering yourself or others.

Download the Practical Work Handbook (PDF 1600 KB) for this degree. 

For more information on the practical aspects of study, contact the Practical Work Co-ordinator at [email protected] or phone +64 3 423 0061.

This bachelor degree gives you a different skill set that makes you stand out from the crowd. It leads to loads of opportunities in the changing agri sector.

Fiona Pahl

Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture and Professional Accounting)

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 2. Make your study application: 

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• Your chosen study programme
• When you expect to start
• Your previous study, including your last year of high school
• Your English language test results (if English is not your first language)
• Other documents to support your application if applicable. 

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