La Trobe University

Bachelor of Agriculture

La Trobe University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00115M

Drive the future of agriculture. Food is crucial to our very existence, but what happens before it hits the table? The food production industry is in a state of flux due to technological breakthroughs, climate change, rapid urbanisation, shifts in economic power and sustainability. To feed ten billion people by 2050, we need an agricultural revolution. Study La Trobe's Bachelor of Agriculture to make your mark in agriculture. You'll get a solid grounding in science fundamentals, including biology, chemistry and animal sciences, taught by our leading academics and industry experts. You'll also delve deeper into discipline-specific topics such as plant and soil science, animal nutrition, pest control, animal health and biochemistry. Throughout your degree, you'll explore the issues that are set to dominate the future of agriculture, including unpredictable water supply, climate change, food security, environmental impacts of agriculture, and sustainable cropping and grazing systems.

Structure

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Agriculture, students must complete 360 credit points as follows: 300 core credit-points 60 elective credit points

Subjects

  • First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
  • Agribusiness Management
  • Animal and Plant Life
  • Chemistry Foundations
  • Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity
  • Infections, Pandemics and Epidemics
  • Introduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences
  • Making Sense of Data
  • Molecules, Genes and Cells
  • Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education

Standard entry requirements

  • Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: Year 12 English prerequisite (20) - Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
  • Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: Year 12 subject prerequisite - Other - Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.
  • Recent secondary education - UAC prerequisite: Year 12 subject prerequisite - One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).
  • Recent secondary education - UAC prerequisite: Year 12 subject prerequisite - Other - Two of any mathematics (Band 2).
  • Non Year 12 - Vocational Education & Training: VET prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • Non Year 12 - Higher Education study: HE prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • International: IELTS - (6.0 < 6.0) (UG standard/minimum) - 6.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
  • Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses

Recognition

Graduates of the Bachelor of Agriculture 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

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Albury-Wodonga International: $123,600 No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Melbourne (Bundoora) International: $123,600 No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Albury-Wodonga, Melbourne (Bundoora).

Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Friday, Dec 8 2023

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