Bachelors of Agribusiness / Agricultural Science
Overview
Build a career shaping the future of agriculture, food systems and agribusiness.
Develop the scientific, technical and business knowledge to improve food security, sustainability and human health. Complete 2 programs in 4 years and prepare for management roles in Australia and globally.
In Agribusiness, learn the growing, processing, trading, marketing and financing of food and fibres, and the value chain linking producers and consumers, building transferable business skills through case studies, simulations and industry projects.
In your final year, apply this knowledge with an agribusiness organisation, tackling real challenges from carbon-neutral agriculture to sustainable marketing.
In Agricultural Science, build strong foundations in biological concepts, plant and animal systems, ecology, chemistry, data analysis and sustainable practice. Then specialise in Crop Science (agronomy and horticulture) or Animal Science (livestock production, care and management).
Learn from research-connected academics and gain hands-on experience across more than 1,000 hectares of working farmland, using technologies like drones, GPS, crop sensors and AI-driven data analysis.
No prior agricultural experience is required. This program suits anyone curious about science, business, sustainability or technology.
Program highlights
- Complete a 120-hour industry placement, or build research skills through UQ's Summer and Winter Research Programs.
- Explore the technologies transforming farming, from automation to AI-driven data analysis, through a dedicated digital agriculture course.
- Benefit from a program developed in close collaboration with the agricultural and business sectors, both in Australia and internationally.
Majors
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
- Animal Science
- Crop Science
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Agribusiness analyst
- Agronomist
- Biosecurity field officer
- Crop scientist
- Sustainable food production specialist
- Plant scientist
- Data analyst
- Horticulturalist
- Policy adviser
- Commercial manager, grain and commodities
Average annual salary range
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Average annual salary range
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Next steps after graduation
Your scientific expertise and knowledge of agribusiness managerial principles will place you in high demand within the Australian and international agriculture sectors.
You can expect to find employment in:
- government departments and agencies
- research institutions, including universities and CSIRO
- banks, financial institutions, and investment and insurance companies
- agribusinesses, such as agricultural service companies, seed companies, food producers and agricultural consultancies
- biosecurity, extension and animal production enterprises
- organisations involved in production, post-harvest and marketing of horticultural products
- commodity trade, sales and marketing companies
- export marketing and management companies
- feed mills, stock equipment manufacturers, and livestock and poultry health companies within allied industries
- property management companies
- supply chain management organisations
- tourism bodies.
We're constantly applying concepts through fieldwork, laboratory classes, research activities and industry engagement. The lecturers are leading researchers who bring real-world experience into the classroom. We learn in the same environment where research and production actually occur, making the degree highly applied, relevant and industry-focused.
Studying both business and science gives me flexibility and opens the doors for job opportunities once I graduate.
We're constantly applying concepts through fieldwork, laboratory classes, research activities and industry engagement. The lecturers are leading researchers who bring real-world experience into the classroom. We learn in the same environment where research and production actually occur, making the degree highly applied, relevant and industry-focused.
Studying both business and science gives me flexibility and opens the doors for job opportunities once I graduate.
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
Minimum entry score
Check the minimum entry scores for the individual programs. You must meet the higher score.
Entry score threshold
| ATAR / Rank | IB |
|---|---|
| 72 | 26.75 |
These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2027. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in April each year. Meeting the entry score threshold doesn't guarantee admission.
Guarantee your place at UQ: If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Agricultural Science are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Entry score range
This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Agb/BAgriSc for Semester 1, 2027
| Without adjustments | With adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest | 99.75 | 99.95 |
| Median | 82 | 84.8 |
| Lowest | 70.05 | 72.05 |
Who you'll study with
Here's a snapshot of our student intake for this program in Semester 1, 2027:
| Applicant background | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
(A) Higher education study | 5 | 12.8% |
(B) Vocational Education and Training (VET) study | 8 | 20.5% |
(C) Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| (D) Recent secondary education | ||
| 23 | 59.0% |
| 0 | 0% |
| 0 | 0% |
International students | <5 | <5 |
Total | 39 | 100% |
"<5" — The number of students is less than 5.
N/A — Students not accepted in this category.
N/P — Not published. The number is hidden to protect the privacy of students in other cells.
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Additional application information
Additional application information
Majors
Majors
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Majors
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
Fee information for this program is not yet available.
Fee information for 2027 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2026.
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
Fee information for this program is not yet available.
Additional costs
- This program includes one or more compulsory field trip courses that may incur additional costs. Please check the course descriptions for more information.
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
If your senior schooling is from outside Australia, you can submit your application to UQ. Or, if you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent near you.
The program code for the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Agricultural Science is 2584.
How to apply for undergraduate study
If your senior schooling is from Australia
Submit your application to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre if you're an international student who is currently studying:
- Australian Year 12 (in Australia or another country), or
- the International Baccalaureate in Australia.
The QTAC code for the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Agricultural Science is 766601.
Applying through QTAC
All domestic applications should be submitted to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QTAC code for the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Agricultural Science is 766601.
Important dates
If you’re studying Year 12 in Australia, go to the QTAC website to check the closing date for this program.
If you’re applying to UQ, the closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Visa processing times vary. Apply and accept your offer as early as you can.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
To check the closing date for this program, go to the QTAC website.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Admissions schemes
Applying to university can be both exciting and daunting, which is why we’ve tried to make the process as simple as we can.
We have several schemes in place to improve your chances of getting a place at UQ.
Pathway options
A rank or score doesn’t determine your potential.
If you're not offered a place in your first-choice program – or if you don't meet the entry requirements – you still have a number of options.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit.
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