Master of Agricultural Science

Program Overview

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Enhance your knowledge in agricultural science with the University of Western Australia's Master of Agricultural Science program, designed to equip you with the skills to address the challenges of a growing population and resource limitations. Specializing in Agricultural Economics, Crop and Livestock Farming Systems, Genetics and Breeding, or Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, this program connects you with leading agricultural scientists and offers a variety of assessment options for flexible study.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The Master of Agricultural Science is a postgraduate degree offered by the University of Western Australia. It is designed to enhance students' knowledge and skills for a future in the rapidly evolving field of agricultural science. The program offers specializations in Agricultural Economics, Crop and Livestock Farming Systems, Genetics and Breeding, and Soil Science and Plant Nutrition. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the challenges of a rapidly growing population and the limitations of land and fresh water, which affect the ability of agriculture to meet the demand for food, fibre, and fuel.

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Outline:

The Master of Agricultural Science is a 1.5-2 year full-time program.

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Course Structure:

The program consists of a number of units, including core units, optional units, and specialization-specific units.

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Core Units:

• AGRI5402 Agribusiness (6 points)
• ENVT4422 Research Methods in Agricultural and Environmental Science (6 points)
• SCIE4402 Data Management and Analysis in the Natural Sciences (6 points)

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Optional Units:

• SCIE5571 Dissertation Part 1 (6 points)
• SCIE5572 Dissertation Part 2 (6 points)
• SCIE5573 Dissertation Part 3 (6 points)
• SCIE5574 Dissertation Part 4 (6 points)
• SCIE5004 Professional Skills in Science (6 points)
• SCIE5005 Science in Practice (6 points)

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Specialization-Specific Units:

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Agricultural Technology Specialization:

• AGRI4401 Precision Agriculture (6 points)
• ENVT4401 Advanced Land Use and Management (6 points)
• ENVT4408 GIS Programming (6 points)
• ENVT5516 Environmental Monitoring and Sensors (6 points)
• ENVT5561 GIS and Spatial Analysis: Multifunctional Landscapes (6 points)
• AGRI5503 Animal Production Systems (6 points)
• AGRI5505 Integrated Pest Management - Practical (6 points)
• AGRI5506 Integrated Pest Management - Principles (6 points)
• AGRI5507 Integrated Pest Management - Ecological (6 points)
• AGRI5508 Sustainable Grazing Systems (6 points)
• AGRI5571 Advanced Soil Science (6 points)
• ENVT5005 Waste and the Circular Economy (6 points)
• ENVT5600 Topics in Agriculture, Environment and Biotechnology (6 points)
• SCIE5304 Science Practicum (6 points)

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Crop and Livestock Farming Systems Specialization:

• AGRI4401 Precision Agriculture (6 points)
• AGRI4410 Breeding and Biotechnology (6 points)
• AGRI5503 Animal Production Systems (6 points)
• AGRI5508 Sustainable Grazing Systems (6 points)
• SCIE5507 Food Fibre and Fuel Security (6 points)
• AGRI5505 Integrated Pest Management - Practical (6 points)
• AGRI5506 Integrated Pest Management - Principles (6 points)
• AGRI5507 Integrated Pest Management - Ecological (6 points)
• AGRI5571 Advanced Soil Science (6 points)
• ENVT5005 Waste and the Circular Economy (6 points)
• ENVT5600 Topics in Agriculture, Environment and Biotechnology (6 points)
• SCIE5304 Science Practicum (6 points)

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Genetics and Breeding Specialization:

• AGRI4410 Breeding and Biotechnology (6 points)
• AGRI5502 Case Studies in Breeding and Biotechnology (6 points)
• AGRI5508 Sustainable Grazing Systems (6 points)
• SCIE4001 Collecting, Analysing and Interpreting Big Data in Biology (6 points)
• SCIE5507 Food Fibre and Fuel Security (6 points)
• AGRI4401 Precision Agriculture (6 points)
• AGRI4407 Plant and Human Nutrition (6 points)
• AGRI5506 Integrated Pest Management - Principles (6 points)
• ENVT5001 Biotechnology in the Natural Environment (6 points)
• ENVT5005 Waste and the Circular Economy (6 points)
• ENVT5514 Environmental Biosensing Agents and Assays (6 points)
• ENVT5600 Topics in Agriculture, Environment and Biotechnology (6 points)
• SCIE5304 Science Practicum (6 points)

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Integrated Pest Management Specialization:

• AGRI5505 Integrated Pest Management - Practical (6 points)
• AGRI5506 Integrated Pest Management - Principles (6 points)
• AGRI5507 Integrated Pest Management - Ecological (6 points)
• AGRI5508 Sustainable Grazing Systems (6 points)
• SCIE5507 Food Fibre and Fuel Security (6 points)
• AGRI4401 Precision Agriculture (6 points)
• AGRI4407 Plant and Human Nutrition (6 points)
• AGRI4410 Breeding and Biotechnology (6 points)
• AGRI5503 Animal Production Systems (6 points)
• ENVT5600 Topics in Agriculture, Environment and Biotechnology (6 points)
• SCIE5304 Science Practicum (6 points)

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Soil Science and Plant Nutrition Specialization:

• AGRI4401 Precision Agriculture (6 points)
• AGRI4407 Plant and Human Nutrition (6 points)
• AGRI5506 Integrated Pest Management - Principles (6 points)
• AGRI5571 Advanced Soil Science (6 points)
• ENVT4401 Advanced Land Use and Management (6 points)
• AGRI5503 Animal Production Systems (6 points)
• AGRI5505 Integrated Pest Management - Practical (6 points)
• AGRI5507 Integrated Pest Management - Ecological (6 points)
• AGRI5508 Sustainable Grazing Systems (6 points)
• ENVT5005 Waste and the Circular Economy (6 points)
• ENVT5503 Remediation of Soils and Groundwater (6 points)
• ENVT5600 Topics in Agriculture, Environment and Biotechnology (6 points)

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Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Agricultural Science program can find work in a variety of fields, including:

• Environmental consultant
• Environmental manager
• Agricultural scientist
• Land economist
• Agricultural consultant

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Other:

• The Institute of Agriculture assists with work experience placements.
• The program offers strong links with industries and networking opportunities.
• The program provides a vibrant and interactive teaching and learning environment.
• The program has many areas of research strength and well-designed units and course specializations.
• The program has a strong cohort of students (domestic and international).
• Students will work with world-leading agricultural scientists and other specializations in Science.
• The University of Western Australia is ranked 1st in Australia and 22nd in the world for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU 2023).
• The program offers flexibility for students who need to balance work and studies.
• Students can study part-time, take units taught after hours, and learn via intensive units.