Bachelor of Agricultural Science in Lincoln New Zealand | Lincoln University

Lincoln University | Lincoln New Zealand
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 36,000
(c. USD20,866.57)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Develop a comprehensive understanding of agriculture and food systems, gaining expertise in farming science, livestock production, crop cultivation, and soil nutrition. Master contemporary sustainability approaches and their impact across the entire food supply chain. For eligible students, the Honours pathway offers opportunities to enhance knowledge through specialized research in agricultural science or farm management.
As the Southern Hemisphere's first dedicated land-based institution, Lincoln University offers the distinctive four-year Bachelor of Agricultural Science program.
Acquire sophisticated skills encompassing soil science, crop and livestock systems, plus specialized studies in plant health, genetics, sustainable practices, water management, ecology, agroforestry, precision farming, biochemistry, environmental law, field studies, seed science, and organism physiology.
Your professional development
Transform into a agriculture specialist with deep scientific knowledge of production systems and industry operations.
Enhance your value with cutting-edge expertise in soil science, animal and plant biology, agricultural systems, and related scientific disciplines.
Gain hands-on experience through farm placements or industry work, with potential to conduct original agricultural research.
Master the application of farm data, industry insights, and scientific research to enhance and sustain agricultural productivity.
Career pathways
Graduating with Lincoln University's Bachelor of Agricultural Science opens doors to fulfilling careers in agriculture, food production, consulting, research, technical development, or farm management.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

University Entrance through NCEA or an approved, equivalent qualification.

Recommended preparation

  • Agriculture / Horticulture
  • Biology (highly recommended)
  • Chemistry (highly recommended)
  • English (highly recommended)
  • Maori Studies
  • Maths / Statistics (highly recommended);

International qualifications

  • GCE ‚ÄòA‚Äô Levels (taken in countries other than the UK) - A minimum of 3 results with at least 1 grade at Level C or above. (General Studies is not to be used as one of the results.)
  • Cambridge Pre-U - 3 principal subjects, a GPR and evidence of numeracy
  • Advanced Placement International Diploma (APID) - At least 4 subjects with grades 3 or higher
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) - The diploma must be completed with a minimum of 24 points

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS academic score of 6.0 overall, with no individual component less than 5.5
  • TOEFL (iBT) overall score of 60 (with at least 18 in writing)
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and First (FCE) overall score of 169, with no individual component less than 162
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) overall score of 50 with no communicative skills score less than 42
  • Lincoln University English Language LU EL 65%.
  • NZ Certificates in English Language (NZCEL) - Level 4 (Academic Endorsement)

Tuition NZD 36,000

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