Bachelor of Agriculture
Agriculture is one of the most rapidly changing fields of study in the 21st century. As such, there is high demand for skilled professionals to develop ethical and sustainable food production systems, to support the world's growing populations. The Bachelor of Agriculture from Charles Sturt University will provide you with education across all major disciplines that underpin modern agricultural industries. With a science-base, the course also focuses on practical issues facing modern agriculture, producers, agribusiness and the environment.
Flexible study options allow you to undertake the Bachelor of Agriculture at your own pace, and gain credit if you already hold a relevant TAFE qualification. This qualification can be completed in three years of full-time study – making it ideal to study part-time while you work You also have the option to exit early with an Associate Degree in Farm Production, or further your studies to the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Campus Information
Wagga Wagga
Situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, Wagga Wagga - known simply as Wagga to locals - has a proud sporting history, a thriving cultural calendar including theatre, music, art and markets, and a growing restaurant and café scene.
Intakes
- March
- July
- Nov
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Charles Sturt University is dedicated to excellence in the delivery of higher education and has a well-earned reputation for providing exceptional education delivered by dedicated professionals with practical and relevant industry experience. Our academics are supported by well-researched curriculum and teaching methods that maintain high levels of satisfaction among graduates, employers and the University's partners.
Charles Sturt University consistently ranks highly for graduate employment. A recent survey showed that 81% of domestic graduates of Charles Sturt found employment within four months of completing their bachelor degree (2015 Australian Graduate Survey). We scored the highest possible, five-star rating for undergraduate student retention and success in getting a job (2016 Good Universities Guide). 84.2% of all graduates eligible for full-time work were successful in getting a job (Graduate Destinations Survey 2012-2014). Many of our courses offer access to practicum opportunities from the first year of study, ensuring students are equipped to tackle real-life situations and are building relationships with prospective employers right from the start.
Our courses are developed in collaboration with industry representatives to ensure the skills our graduates acquire meet industry needs. Not only are our degrees accredited with the relevant Australian government and industry bodies, these organisations are working closely with the University to guarantee that Charles Sturt University graduates are industry-ready wherever they may work.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
FOR INDIA
- Completion of the All India Senior School Certificates, where awarded by CBSE and metro state boards. Overall score of 60% in 4 Academic subjects:
> CBSE
> India School Certificate (ISC)
> State Boards - A completed award with a minimum total score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate
- Completion of two GCE A2 Levels with a minimum of 2 x D or equivalent in a minimum of two subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
- A pass in the first division in the Pre-University Certificate.
Bangladesh
- Completion of at least one year of study at a recognised university with passing grades or better
- Completion of a 2 or 3 year bachelor's degree with a recognised university with passing grades or better
- A completed award with a minimum total score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate.
Nepal
- Higher Secondary Education Certificate plus minimum of one year of successful study at a recognised tertiary institution.
- Higher Secondary Education Certificate with a grade average of 65%.
- A completed award with a minimum score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate.
Sri Lanka
- Completion of the GCE A Levels. Overall grade in the best three subjects equalling 5/15 where A1=5, B=4, C=3, S=1
- Completion of two GCE A2 Levels with a minimum of 2 x D or equivalent in a minimum of two subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
- A completed award with a minimum score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate
- Sri Lankan GCE A level plus a recognised diploma (both completed)
- Completion of the first year of a recognised university bachelor's degree
- Completion of recognised College or Polytechnic diploma.
Pakistan
- Higher Secondary School Certificate plus one year of study at bachelor's degree level at a recognised institution.
You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:
providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English (as outlined in Group one and Group two lists below)
for undergraduate courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- a minimum overall score of 6.0
- no individual score below 5.5
- Course Code: 0101014
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
107280 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A