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Food is essential for human survival, but what occurs before it reaches our plates? The agricultural sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological advancements, climate shifts, rapid urban growth, changing economic dynamics, and sustainability concerns. To sustain a projected population of ten billion by 2050, we must revolutionize farming practices.
Pursue La Trobe's Bachelor of Agriculture to become a leader in this vital field. Our program provides comprehensive training in core scientific principles like biology, chemistry, and animal sciences, delivered by distinguished faculty and industry professionals. You'll also specialize in key areas including plant and soil biology, livestock nutrition, pest management, veterinary science, and biochemistry. During your studies, you'll investigate pressing agricultural challenges such as water scarcity, climate variability, global food supply, farming's ecological footprint, and sustainable land management practices. Hands-on learning through case studies will give you practical insights into these complex issues. With access to Reid Labs and AgriBio, Victoria's premier agricultural research facility, you'll train in exceptional academic surroundings.
Produce professional scientific documents about agricultural topics for both specialist and general audiences.Analyze and interpret research findings from diverse sources to develop informed agricultural recommendations.Apply scientific approaches to address practical agricultural challenges and technical issues.
At a minimum, you need to have completed Australian Year 12 (or an accepted international equivalent) with a certain grade. You may also need to meet subject pre-requisites
English language requirement:
IELTS: Overall 6.0, no band less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 46 with no communicative skill score less than 46; TOEFL Internet based (iBT): Overall score of 64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): 169 with no less than 169 in any component