Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Due to the ongoing response to COVID-19, online study may replace some or all of your on-campus classes.

We'll be sure to keep you informed of any changes.This course is now in teach-out and is not accepting new admissions.

It has been replaced by S4A Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours please visit that page for the latest information.NOTE:

In 2020 the first year of this course will be available at the Launceston campus after which students transfer to Hobart to complete their final 3 years.Agricultural Science is a future-focused degree that equips graduates to address some of the world’s biggest challenges, and improve practices using scientific research knowledge and skills.

Taught by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), a specialist research and teaching institute at the University of Tasmania, your education is at the cutting-edge of agriculture, applying food systems concepts and ideas from around the world.We offer a true science based agricultural education, delivered by academics who lead Australia and the world in agricultural research and development.

This means you graduate with genuine evidence-based investigation and solution focused knowledge and skills that set you apart.You will study topics that are locally relevant, and globally significant, including natural resource management, agricultural production, supply and value chain analysis, and policy development.

Our strong connections to other research, development, extension and education institutions in Australia and around the world, provides unmatched opportunities for you to become globally connected and engage directly with industry.Scholarships for Semester 2 2020Professor George Wade Scholarship in Agricultural ScienceAvailable to a student commencing first year in the Bachelor of Agricultural Science or Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture and Business) in Semester 1, 2020 or Semester 2, 2020.

Learn moreFor information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science usually takes four years to finish and requires the completion of 32 units. In your first three years you complete compulsory majors in Agriculture (eight units) and Agricultural Science (eight units), a minor in Science (four units), two student elective units, and two breadth units.

Agriculture major

The agriculture major includes study of the principles of food and fibre production and sustainability in a national and global context. In second year, you are introduced to the study of insects and plant diseases, which leads into advanced study in integrated pest management, insect ecology and plant pathology. Similarly, the study of soils is introduced in second year and is then applied to agricultural landscapes and soil science in third and fourth year. Other specialist units of study include agronomy, horticultural science and animal science.

Agricultural Science major

This major has a basis in the physical and biological sciences that underpins the science of plant and animal production in agriculture in second year. In the third year, you will learn how to design and analyse agricultural experiments.

Fourth Year and Honours

All students will undertake a fourth year to complete their degree. Students completing third year with sufficient merit will be invited to undertake Honours during the fourth year of their degree. If you are not offered honours, you will complete eight advanced units to graduate with a Bachelor of Agricultural Science without honours.

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you’re not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study at UTAS.

1. Explain the role and relevance of agriculture and its related sciences in society.