Master of Horticultural Science

Program Overview

The Master of Horticultural Science program equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in horticultural production, postharvest management, and supply chain management. Through coursework and a work placement or project, students gain proficiency in advanced technologies and practices to address industry challenges. Graduates are qualified for diverse roles in organizations such as government agencies, research institutions, and agribusinesses.

Program Outline

Outline:

This Master of Horticultural Science program provides cutting-edge theoretical and practical knowledge for students in the production, postharvest, and supply chain management of horticultural produce. It also focuses on the management, supply chain, and sustainability issues related to the handling, storage, and utilization of horticultural produce. Students will gain proficiency in advanced production technologies, practices, and techniques to address critical national and global issues in the horticultural industry. The program features a semester-long work placement or project with industry professionals, academics, or external research partners.

Year 1 - Semester 1

• Horticultural Science (20 credit points)
• Propagation Technology (20 credit points)
• Biostatistics (20 credit points)

Year 1 - Semester 2

• Project Management (20 credit points)
• Principles of Production Horticulture (20 credit points)
• Science Communication and Ethics (20 credit points)

Year 2 - Semester 1

• Advanced Horticultural Production (20 credit points)
• Pathology and Pests (20 credit points)
• Postharvest Science and Technology (20 credit points)

Year 2 - Semester 2

• Postgraduate Science Project (60 credit points) OR Professional Placement (Science and Mathematics) (60 credit points)

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Horticultural Science program are qualified for employment in various organizations and industries, including the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, universities, the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, agrochemical companies, Elders Agribusiness in Australia, nurseries, parks and gardens, packhouses, wholesalers, retailers and exporters, the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service, Biosecurity - Department of Agriculture, Horticulture Innovation Australia, AUSVEG, and VegetablesWA. Potential job titles include:

• Horticulturalist
• Horticultural Project Officer
• Horticulture Research Officer
• Horticulture Development Officer
• Agricultural and Horticultural Plant Operator
• Administration Officer
• Waterways Plant Operator
• Orchard Manager
• Vegetable Farm Manager
• Bush Regenerator