The Bachelor of Agriculture will equip you with the agriculture knowledge, critical thinking and problem solving skills required to play important professional roles in improving productivity and sustainability of modern agriculture. The course has an applied focus that will provide you with industry relevant training on a firm scientific basis. A suite of eight core units will provide the strong foundation you will use to acquire understanding of increasingly complex concepts in the context of industry relevant problems. A series of eight discipline units will help you build your systemic thinking and you will learn about emerging agricultural innovations and current technological advances, culminating in a capstone unit where you reinforce and apply the principles and thinking skills acquired throughout the course to address challenging case studies. Through the professional placement or research project, you will apply the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in your degree to an authentic professional work or research environment.
Eight extension units offer great choices to creatively combine your agriculture core knowledge with other disciplines to give you an additional edge as a professional. You will profit from the University's research excellence in agriculture and its focus on regional and industry engagement through the opportunities to learn from leading industry experts, interact with top researchers, hear from experienced practitioners and engagement activities such as summer research projects, conferences attendance, or international activities. The Bachelor of Agriculture course prepares you for the rigours of the real world and ensures you have the skills to make a difference in the context of the emerging opportunities that a highly technical agricultural industry provides.
This course offers career opportunities for students wanting to be leaders in Agricultural production or Agricultural businesses. Industry placements ensure that graduates are able to apply theory to practice by involving them in real world situations.
Duration | 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time |
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Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
Qualification (post nominal) | BAg |
AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2025
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Rank Threshold | SR 60 | ATAR 60 |
Entry Requirements:
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide documentation confirming completion of:
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you are an international student, additional requirements may apply, please visit international student information for more details.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Biology (Unit 3 & 4 C) or equivalent and Mathematical Methods (Unit 3 & 4 C) or equivalent.
Interim Awards | CM29 - Undergraduate Certificate in General Science |
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Exit Awards | CM13 - Diploma of Agricultural Studies CM29 - Undergraduate Certificate in General Science |
Accreditation |
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Compulsory Residential School | Students studying via distance and mixed-mode will be required to attend compulsory residential schools for some units. |
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BIOL12050 - This unit provides students with an opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment. Students will undertake either a) an industry placement, or b) a short research project for 120 hours. They will report on their experience in an appropriate format, identifying the nature of the work and activities undertaken. They will also reflect on how the knowledge gained and the skills developed during placement relate to their course of study and their future career. |
Year | Number of Students |
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2024 | 98 |
2023 | 106 |
2022 | 102 |
2021 | 82 |
2020 | 80 |
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
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Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Bachelor of Agriculture has 8 compulsory units. One of the compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their course to the professional work environment.
In addition to the 8 compulsory units, students must choose:
(i) one of the following majors:
(ii) and one of the following minors:
Some of the minors and majors within this course are incompatible with each other. Students cannot choose a major and a minor in the same field of study (e.g. Livestock major cannot complete a Livestock minor). Please consult course planners for further information.
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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Participation in compulsory residential schools is required in this major.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
AGRI11003 | Livestock Production | |
AGRI12002 | Weeds, Pests and Plant Diseases | |
AGRI12013 | Driving Productivity in Food Production Systems | |
AGRI13001 | Social Licence to Operate | |
AGRI13009 | Sustainable Agricultural Development: Local and Global | |
AGRI13010 | Agricultural Extension | |
AGRI13012 | Agronomy | |
AGRI13013 | Rangeland and pasture management |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
COIT11222 | Programming Fundamentals | |
COIT11238 | Networked Infrastructure Foundations | |
COIT12211 | Introduction to Blockchain Technologies | |
COIT12213 | Applied Artificial Intelligence | |
GEOG12022 | Geographic Information Systems | |
AGRI13016 | AgTech Project | |
COIS13034 | Cloud Based Smart Applications Management |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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Participation in compulsory residential schools is required in this major.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
AGRI11003 | Livestock Production | |
AGRI12001 | Animal Health and Welfare | |
AGRI12005 | Specialised Food Industries | |
AGRI13001 | Social Licence to Operate | |
AGRI13009 | Sustainable Agricultural Development: Local and Global | |
AGRI13010 | Agricultural Extension | |
AGRI13014 | Animal Nutrition | |
AGRI13015 | Animal Health Preparedness: Disease Management and Biosecurity |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Agronomy minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Agriculture. All prerequisites for the Agronomy minor can be met within the units of the minor.
Note - participation in compulsory residential schools is required in this minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENVR11011 | Modern Environmental Issues | |
GEOG11023 | Physical Geography of Australia | |
GEOG12020 | Australian Weather and Climate | |
AGRI12002 | Weeds, Pests and Plant Diseases | |
AGRI12013 | Driving Productivity in Food Production Systems | |
BIOL12112 | Animal and Plant Physiology | |
AGRI13012 | Agronomy | |
AGRI13013 | Rangeland and pasture management |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The AgTech minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Agriculture. All prerequisites for the AgTech minor can be met within the units of the minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
COIT11222 | Programming Fundamentals | |
COIT11238 | Networked Infrastructure Foundations | |
GEOG11023 | Physical Geography of Australia | |
GEOG12020 | Australian Weather and Climate | |
GEOG12022 | Geographic Information Systems | |
COIT12211 | Introduction to Blockchain Technologies | |
COIT12213 | Applied Artificial Intelligence | |
COIS13034 | Cloud Based Smart Applications Management |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Earth and Climate Science minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Agriculture. All prerequisites for the Earth and Climate Science minor can be met within the units of the minor.
International students are ineligible for this minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
GEOG11023 | Physical Geography of Australia | |
ENVR11011 | Modern Environmental Issues | |
GEOG12020 | Australian Weather and Climate | |
GEOG12022 | Geographic Information Systems | |
GEOG13013 | Sustainable Regions and Cities | |
GEOG13015 | Remote Sensing of Environment | |
EVST13018 | Environmental Management Systems | |
EVST28001 | Climate Change: Risk and Assessments |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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This minor has been designed to support credit, articulation agreements and transition arrangements. Students cannot opt-in to complete the Liberal Studies minor. Please contact Course Management for further information.
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Livestock minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Agriculture. All prerequisites for the Livestock minor can be met within the eight units of the minor.
Note - participation in compulsory residential schools is required in this minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENVR11011 | Modern Environmental Issues | |
GEOG11023 | Physical Geography of Australia | |
GEOG12020 | Australian Weather and Climate | |
AGRI12005 | Specialised Food Industries | |
BIOL12112 | Animal and Plant Physiology | |
AGRI12001 | Animal Health and Welfare | |
AGRI13014 | Animal Nutrition | |
AGRI13015 | Animal Health Preparedness: Disease Management and Biosecurity |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Science and Environment minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Agriculture. All prerequisites for the Science and Environment minor can be met within the units of the minor.
Note - participation in compulsory residential schools is required in this minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
CHEM11043 | Atoms, Molecules and Matter | |
CHEM11044 | Chemical Reactions | |
CHEM12080 | Organic Chemistry | |
BIOL12105 | Scientific Analysis and Statistics | |
BOTN13002 | Plants and the Environment | |
EVST13019 | Environmental and Social Impact Assessment | |
SCIE13012 | Natural Products Chemistry | |
ZOOL12009 | Invertebrate Zoology |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Sustainable Futures minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Agriculture. All prerequisites for the Sustainable Futures minor can be met within the eight units of the minor.
International students are ineligible for this minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ENEG11009 | Fundamentals of Sustainable Energy | |
SOCL11059 | Introducing Social Change | |
ENEG12008 | Appropriate Technology for Humanitarian Projects | |
ENEV12002 | First Nations Community Engagement | |
SCIE28001 | Rethinking Waste | |
SCIE28002 | Water Resource Management | |
SCIE28003 | Sustainability Issues and Solutions | |
PPMP20007 | Project Management Concepts |