Program Overview
The Master of Agriculture and Environment from the University of Sydney equips students to address modern challenges in agriculture and the environment. Students learn about food security, climate change, and sustainable resource management, while gaining practical experience through hands-on work. Graduates are sought after by agribusinesses, environmental consultancies, scientific organizations, and more, with potential career paths in carbon trading, food security, sustainability, and research.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Agriculture and Environment is a postgraduate coursework degree designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to address contemporary challenges in agriculture and the environment. The program focuses on key areas such as food security, climate change, and sustainable management of carbon, water, and natural resources. Students will gain practical experience through laboratory and fieldwork, preparing them for a wide range of roles in the agricultural and environmental sectors.
Outline:
The Master of Agriculture and Environment curriculum comprises core units, a specialisation, capstone research units, and elective units.
- Core Units: These units provide a foundational understanding of key concepts in agriculture and environmental science.
- Specialisation: Students choose a specialisation area, allowing them to delve deeper into specific areas of interest.
- Capstone Research Units: These units provide opportunities for students to conduct research and develop their critical thinking and analytical skills.
Careers:
Graduates from the Master of Agriculture and Environment program are sought after by employers in a variety of industries, including:
- Agribusiness
- Marketing firms
- Merchant banks
- Commodity trading companies
- Environmental consultancies
- Scientific research organizations
- Government departments
- The private sector Potential career paths include roles in:
- Carbon, water, and energy trading
- Food security and food futures
- Ecohydrology
- Sustainability
- Catchment management
- Land rehabilitation
- Molecular science
Other:
- The University of Sydney is ranked 19th globally in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.
- The program offers access to state-of-the-art facilities, including the Centre for Carbon, Water and Food and the Plant Breeding Institute.
- The degree provides extensive hands-on experience, highly valued by employers.
