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Agricultural researchers play a vital role in ensuring global food security through sustainable practices. This program provides a customizable learning experience focused on the scientific foundations of farming. It emphasizes hands-on learning through fieldwork, practical applications, and opportunities for in-depth research, industry internships, and collaborative projects.
As a Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) program, it's tailored for exceptional students seeking to explore scientific inquiry through research, leadership development, and innovative thinking.
Students will examine large-scale crop and livestock systems through investigative learning, analytical challenges, and independent experiments utilizing Curtin's specialized field research areas and greenhouse resources.
The curriculum incorporates cutting-edge molecular biology and genetic research in Curtin's state-of-the-art labs, along with training in satellite-assisted precision farming techniques for managing crops, pastures, and livestock. Students will collaborate with top researchers, including experts from Curtin's renowned Centre for Crop Disease Management - Australia's leading institution for developing solutions against plant pathogens.
IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System): Writing: 7.0; Speaking: 7.0; Reading: 7.0; Listening: 7.0; Overall band score: 7.0