Central Queensland University
Bachelor of Agriculture
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Agriculture equips you with the knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills required to play a vital role in improving the 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. This agriculture degree equips you with a strong foundation that you will use to gain an understanding of increasingly complex concepts in the context of industry-relevant problems. You'll build your systemic thinking, and 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. You'll also complete a professional placement or research project, that allows you to apply the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in your degree to an authentic professional work or research environment.
Delivery mode
Central Queensland University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 554-700 Yaamba Road, Norman Gardens, QLD
- 6 University Drive, Branyan, QLD
- Capricorn Highway, Emerald, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 60.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Agriculture will prepare you for the following roles.
Agribusiness Manager
An Agribusiness Manager looks after the business operations of a farm or agricultural company. Your role will be varied but could involve things li...
Agronomist
An Agronomist works with farmers to improve the quality of their crop or livestock. You’ll analyse agricultural production to observe problem issue...
Soil Scientist
A Soil Scientist studies the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil. You might work for agricultural companies, environmental organi...
Agricultural Scientist
An Agricultural Scientist studies and improves agricultural practices to enhance crop and livestock production. You might work in research institut...
Agricultural Manager
An Agricultural Manager coordinates the everyday operations at a farm, nursery or other agricultural production. You’ll be involved in planning the...
Farm Manager
A Farm Manager oversees the general running of a farm to make sure everything is operating effectively and profitably. The Farm Manager will not on...
Sheep Shearer
A Sheep Shearer removes wool from sheep. You might use machine shears or hand held blades and you may be responsible for maintaining your shearing...
Wool Worker
A Wool Worker carries out various duties in a shearing shed to make sure operations are running smoothly. You may have to get sheep ready for shear...
Wool Classer
A Wool Classer works in a shearing shed to classify wool ready for market. You’ll appraise wool according to qualities such as strength, thickness,...
Farmer
A Farmer runs a primary production business producing goods for sale to market. You might be employed in a range of farming industries including li...
Livestock Manager
A Livestock Manager oversees the care, breeding, and management of livestock on farms or ranches. You might work on cattle, sheep, or pig farms, fo...
About Central Queensland University
CQUniversity Australia has been on a phenomenal trajectory in recent years and its remarkable growth in student numbers, new courses, new campuses, infrastructure and reputation has seen it emerge as one of Australia’s truly great universities.
