The Bachelor of Agriculture and Land Management is a unique course that will provide graduates with the scientific, practical, critical and interpersonal skills and knowledge necessary for professionals employed in agriculture and natural resource management. The course focuses on the importance of being contemporary, with a balance of academic, practical and industry elements, which provides students with not just skills and knowledge, but an appreciation of agriculture as a multi-disciplinary study.
Embedded within the Bachelor of Agriculture and Land Management is the Associate Degree in Agriculture and Land Management. The Associate degree forms the first and second year of the Bachelor degree. This flexibility enables students to exit at the end of second year with a range of professional skills and a qualification. The course design and structure provides students with key theoretical knowledge, research and practical operational skills in the scientific, economic and practical areas of Agriculture and Land Management. Students have the option of completing the Bachelor Degree at a later stage, in order to achieve broader skills and knowledge.
To attain the Bachelor degree, participants are required to complete all 22 core subjects for a total of 288 credit points. The course is structured to allow students to develop knowledge and skills in an integrated and dynamic framework of research and practical applications. Flexibility in the third year enables students to develop independent and autonomous study skills and learning opportunities in authentic work environments.
To achieve the Associate degree, participants are required to complete all 16 core subjects from Semesters 1-4 for a total of 192 credit points. The course is structured to allow students to develop knowledge and skills in an integrated and dynamic framework of research and practical applications.
The entire course consists of 20 subjects of single semester duration each worth 12 credit points and two subjects in third year, which are taken over two semesters duration and each worth 24 credit points.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: HEESALM
- Local Fees: A$12,000 p.a.
- International Fees: A$12,000 p.a.
Campus: Epping, Yan Yean Training Centre
Duration
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time: 6 years (approx)
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bachelor Degree can expect to gain employment in all aspects of agricultural production and landscape management. Career opportunities include employment in animal production, crop production, soil and water conservation, landcare, marketing, processing and extension and technical positions. Potential employers include financial institutions, environmental or business consulting firms, marketing and publication companies, Government departments and technical sales and farm management companies.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Satisfactory completion of Year 12 (or equivalent), with English (any) and one of: biology, mathematics (any) or chemistry. OR Satisfactory completion of a TAFE Diploma course in Agriculture (or equivalent). OR Relevant industry experience defined as professional engagement in the Agriculture industry for a minimum of two years and demonstrated capacity to undertake work at degree level. Domestic students may undertake the course on a part-time basis.
International Students:
Satisfactory completion of Year 12 (or equivalent), with English (any) and one of: biology, mathematics (any) or chemistry. OR Satisfactory completion of a TAFE Diploma course in Agriculture (or equivalent). OR Relevant industry experience defined as professional engagement in the Agriculture industry for a minimum of two years and demonstrated capacity to undertake work at degree level. International students require International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 6. Prospective students not yet at this level will have the opportunity to participate in a bridging course program.Materials
Assessment Methods
Subjects are assessed in a variety of ways including exams, practical exercises, case studies, demonstrations and assignments.
Materials
Local Students:
Students will be required to purchase textbooks and notes. Booklists will be available upon enrolment.
International Students:
Students will be required to purchase textbooks and notes. Booklists will be available upon enrolment.
More Information
Phone: 03 9269 1042
Web: Enquiry Form
Department: Agriculture and Land Management - Higher Education
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALM101 | Field Skills: Summer-Autumn | - | Core |
| ALM102 | Living Systems A | - | Core |
| ALM103 | Research Methods | - | Core |
| ALM104 | Technologies in Agriculture A | - | Core |
| ALM105 | Field Skills: Winter-Spring | - | Core |
| ALM106 | Living Systems B | - | Core |
| ALM107 | Agricultural Enterprises | - | Core |
| ALM108 | Soil Science | - | Core |
| ALM201 | Soil Management | - | Core |
| ALM202 | Water Management | - | Core |
| ALM203 | Animal Physiology | - | Core |
| ALM204 | Animal Management | - | Core |
| ALM205 | Plant Physiology | - | Core |
| ALM206 | Plant Management | - | Core |
| ALM207 | Technologies in Agriculture B | - | Core |
| ALM208 | Rural Business Practices | - | Core |
| ALM301 | Rural Communities and Networks | - | Core |
| ALM302 | Sustainability | - | Core |
| ALM303 | Industry Studies (2 semesters) | - | Core |
| ALM304 | Research Project (2 semesters) | - | Core |
| ALM305 | Contemporary Issues | - | Core |
| ALM306 | Innovation and Change | - | Core |
