Bachelor of Science Major Plant Agricultural Science

University of Southern Queensland
Webometrics Australia National Rankings: 28

Course Info

Summary

You will explore topics in plant physiology, agronomy, plant microbe interactions, soil science, genetics, and post-harvest technologies, all of which provide training and knowledge in a discipline that is critical to the health of the Australian economy.
USQ is unique with its regional proximity to some of the most productive farming areas in the country and you will learn about the impacts of agricultural practices on soil, water and other species to enable you to contribute to the sustainability of the broader agricultural environment.

Career Outcomes

As a graduate you will be aware of the pressures facing food producers in ensuring sufficient, safe and nutritious food for world populations and will be prepared for future opportunities and challenges in the agricultural industry.
Agricultural scientists are employed by the government, agriculture and horticulture producers, farmer groups and agribusiness to do research, and even by mining companies working on regeneration. With global food demand increasing, the job prospects for agricultural scientists are very good.

About Course
Course Credential

Bachelors

Application Deadline

NA

Course Availibility

On Campus

Course specific Intake

Academics, GPA

With an average of 60% in 4 academic subjects from CBSE, CISCE, Maharashtra and other boards

English requirements

IELTS: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent TOFEL: PTE: 58 NLT 50

Course Duration

3 years

Tuition Fees

AUD$ 34800.00

*Price shown is for indicative purpose, please check with institution

IMP Notes

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Location

Toowoomba

Scholarships

Here are some scholarship that are available at The University of Southern Queensland.

Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Tuition Fee Scholarship

Application details:

For further details, please contact the university website.

Eligibility requirements
  • Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
  • meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
  • not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
  • be liable for international full fees.
Who can apply:

All international

Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Tuition Fee Scholarship

Application details:

For further details, please contact the university website.

Eligibility requirements
  • Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
  • meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
  • not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
  • be liable for international full fees.
Who can apply:

All international