IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0
TOEFL Internet based (iBT): overall score of 64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing.
La Trobe College Australia ELICOS (LTCA): completion of EFS level 5B with minimum 60% overall and 60% in final exam.
La Trobe College Australia Foundation Studies (LTCA): completion of Foundation studies with 60% in English (Academic Communication).
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): overall score of 50 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 169 with no less than 169 in any component.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): 169 with no less than 169 in any component.
Feeding nine billion people by 2050 is going to need an agricultural revolution.
La Trobe's Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences is not just a farming degree. The course combines science with economics to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing future generations, such as increasing food production and reducing environmental impact. You’ll apply your expertise to fields including finance, agribusiness, consulting, government and humanitarian initiatives.
Study subjects in plant science, land and soil management, animal physiology, animal psychology, pest control and groundwater sustainability. Benefit from a range of work placement opportunities and learn in our newly upgraded, state-of-the-art laboratories.
Reasons to study agricultural sciences at La Trobe
Our Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences is a future-focused degree that offers a practical curriculum that prepares you for a rewarding and in-demand career.
La Trobe is the only university in Victoria rated 'well-above world-standard' for research in agriculture and veterinary sciences.*
La Trobe's agriculture and forestry subjects rank among the top 150 in the world.**
Enjoy research opportunities working alongside award winning scientists at the largest research body in Victoria, AgriBio
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First year
First year (120 credit points) |
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Teaching period |
Subject name |
Subject code |
Credit points |
TE-SEM-1 |
Academic Integrity Module (online)* |
LTU0AIM |
0 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education** |
ABS0WOM |
0 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Introduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences |
AGR1AAS |
15 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Molecules, Genes and Cells |
BIO1MGC |
15 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Students to select a first-year level elective subject to the value of 15 credit points. STA1DCT is recommended. |
|
15 |
Students must enrol in either CHE1CHF or CHE1GEN. Students who have passed VCE Chemistry Units 3 & 4 (or equivalent), must enrol in CHE1GEN. All other students must enrol in CHE1CHF. |
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TE-SEM-1 |
Chemistry Foundations |
CHE1CHF |
15 |
TE-SEM-1 |
General Principles of Chemistry |
CHE1GEN |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity |
BIO1EEB |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Statistics for Life Sciences |
STA1LS |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Animal, Plant and Microbial Life |
BIO1APM |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Students to select a first-year level elective subject to the value of 15 credit points. SCI1SIS is recommended. |
|
15 |
First year
First year (120 credit points) |
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Teaching period |
Subject name |
Subject code |
Credit points |
TE-SEM-1 |
Academic Integrity Module (online)* |
LTU0AIM |
0 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education** |
ABS0WOM |
0 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Introduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences |
AGR1AAS |
15 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Molecules, Genes and Cells |
BIO1MGC |
15 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Students to select a first-year level elective subject to the value of 15 credit points. STA1DCT is recommended. |
|
15 |
Students must enrol in either CHE1CHF or CHE1GEN. Students who have passed VCE Chemistry Units 3 & 4 (or equivalent), must enrol in CHE1GEN. All other students must enrol in CHE1CHF. |
|||
TE-SEM-1 |
Chemistry Foundations |
CHE1CHF |
15 |
TE-SEM-1 |
General Principles of Chemistry |
CHE1GEN |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity |
BIO1EEB |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Statistics for Life Sciences |
STA1LS |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Animal, Plant and Microbial Life |
BIO1APM |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Students to select a first-year level elective subject to the value of 15 credit points. SCI1SIS is recommended. |
|
15 |
Third year
Third year (120 credit points) |
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Teaching period |
Subject name |
Subject code |
Credit points |
TE-SEM-1 |
Animal Health |
AGR3AH |
30 |
TE-SEM-1 |
Students to select third-year level elective subjects to the value of 30 credit points. AGR3CRM and AGR3AME are recommended. |
|
30 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Field Crop Agronomy |
AGR3FCA |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Case Studies in Animal Science |
AGR3CSA |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Land and Soil Management |
AGR3LS |
15 |
TE-SEM-2 |
Students to select a third-year level elective subject to the value of 15 credit points. BOT3PBT, EEE3ANR , AGR3AAN or SHE3FRW are recommended. |
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15 |
As a graduate, you'll be well equipped to find work in rural and urban settings, meeting Australia's significant, unmet demand for professionals in this field. Career opportunities include agricultural scientist, consultant, retail agronomist, animal health officer, animal nutritionist, agricultural finance and investment officer, biosecurity officer and more.
Professional recognition
Graduates of the Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences may apply for membership with Ag Institute Australia. Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.
530 AUD/year