Future Students

Agricultural Science

At the same time, agricultural systems are being placed under pressure to meet environmental and social and economic goals.

To meet these goals and maintain or increase production levels, an understanding of the complex factors that shape agricultural systems is required. This degree will prepare you well to participate in the rapidly evolving area of agricultural science. 

Level 1
In Level 1 you will study biology, natural resource economics and agriculture, environment and society to provide the foundation for your studies. Depending on your TEE subjects, you may also need to study Chemistry and Mathematics.

Level 2
Level 2 is designed to give you a broad background in all areas of agriculture, and involves units such as animal science, soil science, plant physiology, biometrics, genetics, science and its communication, soil biology and plant nutrition.

Level 3
In Level 3 you will study biometrics, cropping systems, pasture systems, animal production, agricultural economics and marketing, integrated pest management, project and risk management, and science communication for change in industry and community. You will also choose units from the elective list such as environmental hydrology, geographical information systems, land, soil and water systems, agricultural systems and extension, organic agriculture and horticulture, and management decision tools.

Level 4
In Level 4 you will undertake a supervised research project worth 50 per cent of your mark for fourth year. The research project and wide choice of electives will allow you to develop specialist skills within your areas of interest.

You may earn Honours based on your marks for the project plus your four best marks from level three units.

If you are interested in finding out which subjects you will study then have a look at the Course Outline. This will show you the core units and the options for the course, along with course rules.

You will notice that each unit has a unit code, for example BIOL1130. The first number in the unit code indicates the level of the unit - in this case level one. For a more detailed description of a particular unit, click on the unit code.

Career opportunities

Some graduates have headed banks, State and Commonwealth Government departments and their own companies associated with agriculture. Many graduates join the WA and interstate departments of Agriculture as researchers and development officers, while others join organisations servicing agriculture.