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A farmer tills a field with his tractor

Major

Agronomy

Bachelor of Agricultural Science
Overview Study details

Build your knowledge of how agricultural practices and the environment can be managed to control the whole plant growth and crop production cycle.

You'll learn how science can enhance food production, create healthier food, investigate plants as a future source of energy and manage the environmental impacts of agriculture.

You'll combine the study of biology, chemistry, ecology and earth science, or genetics to examine variables such as crop rotation, irrigation and drainage, plant breeding, plant physiology, soil classification and fertility and the control of weeds, insects and other pests.

Highlights

19 in the world for agriculture and forestry

QS World University Rankings 2024

1 in Australia for agriculture and forestry

QS World University Rankings 2024

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Agronomist
  • Research manager
  • Trials specialist
  • Development officer
  • Crop scientist

Graduate salary

Agriculture & environmental studies (undergraduate)

$50K–$59K

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Michael Wellington

Studying agricultural science from a rural campus means I'm with like-minded students and can immerse myself in the agricultural sector while studying. The lecturers are eager to share knowledge and explore avenues for students to gain further experience or education.

Michael Wellington
Current student, Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Honours)
Michael Wellington

Studying agricultural science from a rural campus means I'm with like-minded students and can immerse myself in the agricultural sector while studying. The lecturers are eager to share knowledge and explore avenues for students to gain further experience or education.

Michael Wellington
Current student, Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Honours)

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Work placements
  • Research experience
  • Laboratory work
  • Fieldwork
  • Seminars
  • Workshops

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Agricultural Biochemistry
  • Agricultural Microbiology and Gene Technology
  • Analysis of Scientific Data
  • Natural Resource Management

See courses and program structure

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