Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology
La Trobe University
About
La Trobe's Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology is one of the few agriculture degrees in Australia with a practical focus.
Specially designed with industry input, graduates of this degree are prepared to meet the needs of an industry currently being transformed by technology and digital disruption.
Choose from specialisations such as agronomy, viticulture and winemaking or sports turf science;
and complete an agricultural studies major alongside core subjects from these specialisation.
Alternatively you have the option to tailor your subjects around a unique career goal or pathway.
Delivered in partnership with Melbourne Polytechnic, the course combines classroom and online learning, with practical study opportunities.
You'll gain hands-on experience in Melbourne Polytechnic's labs and facilities, including the wireless sensor platforms onsite at Melbourne Polytechnic farms.
During your three-year degree you'll have the opportunity to complete an industry placement, and depending on your specialisation you'll gain experience learning on-site in wineries, vineyards, laboratories, equestrian facilities and commercially operated farms.
For more information please visit the Melbourne Polytechnic website.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.
Structure
First year
| Semester | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Subject name | Academic Integrity Module (online)* | LTU0AIM |
| Subject name | Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education (online) ** | ABS0WOM |
| Subject name | Living Systems 1 | SCI1LS1 |
| Subject name | Agricultural Systems and Technology | AGR1AST |
| Subject name | Living Systems 2 | SCI1LS2 |
| Subject name | Students to select first year level optional major or elective subjects to the value of 30 credit points (Refer to the chosen Major and Elective subjects lists below) | |
| Subject name | Students to select first year level elective subjects to the value of 45 credit points (Refer to Elective subjects lists below) |
Second year
| Semester | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Subject name | Statistics and Experimental Design | SCI2SED |
| Subject name | Ecological Systems | SCI2ECO |
| Subject name | Students to select second or third year level elective subjects to the value of 45 credit points (Refer to Elective subjects lists below) | 45 |
| Subject name | Students to select second or third year level optional major or elective subjects to the value of 45 credit points (Refer to the chosen Major and Elective subjects lists below) | 45 |
Third year
| Semester | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Subject name | Applied Research Project 1 | AGR3RP1 |
| Subject name | Future Technologies | AGR3FTE |
| Subject name | Applied Research Project 2 | AGR3RP2 |
| Subject name | Students to select third year level optional major or elective subjects to the value of 45 credit points (Refer to the chosen Major and Elective subjects lists below) | 45 |
| Subject name | Students to select third year level elective subjects to the value of 30 credit points (Refer to Elective subjects lists below) | 30 |
Majors
Electives
| Semester | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Subject name | Food Production in a Changing World | AGR1FCW |
| Subject name | Equine Health Systems | VET1EHS |
| Subject name | Animal Management and Nutrition | AGR2AMN |
| Subject name | Aquatic Animal Nutrition*** | AGR2AAN |
| Subject name | Irrigation Design (Pressurized Systems)** | AGR2IRR |
| Subject name | Vine Physiology and Grape Production*** | AGR2PGP |
| Subject name | The Australian Wine Industry and its Wines*** | AGR3AWI |
| Subject name | Environmental Management | AGR3ENV |
| Subject name | Applied Mollusc and Crustacean Aquaculture*** | AGR3MCA |
| Subject name | Microbiology and Aquatic Animal Disease*** | AGR3MIC |
| Subject name | Restoration of Aquatic Habitat | AGR3RAH |
| Subject name | Wine Chemistry 2*** | AGR3WC2 |
| Subject name | Winemaking 2*** | AGR3WM2 |
| Subject name | Wine Microbiology and Biochemistry*** | AGR3WMB |
| Subject name | Animal Anatomy and Physiology | SCI1AAP |
| Subject name | Industry Placement | SCI2INP |
| Subject name | Advanced Industry Placement | SCI3AIP |
Entry requirements
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last two years)
Prerequisite
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
ATAR (Compulsory)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
*N/A: Students not accepted in this category, NC: New course, N/P: Not published (includes categories with less than five students). Learn more about our processes View the 2020 ATAR distribution report for the Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology [195.9 KB].
Interview
Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.
Personal Statement
Applicants are required to submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include details of industry or management experience, reasons for studying Agriculture, previous related experience and previous qualifications.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) (Current year 12 students exempt)
It is recommended that the STAT Multiple Choice test be completed by applicants who have either:
- not completed Year 12 (or equivalent), VET or University studies, or work experience that can be considered for entry; or do not meet the minimum entry requirements for the program.
Refer to the STAT webpage for further information.
Work Recognition (Current year 12 students exempt)
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with higher education study
Prerequisite
Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification in any discipline
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Personal Statement
Applicants are required to submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include details of industry or management experience, reasons for studying Agriculture, previous related experience and previous qualifications.
Interview
Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
It is recommended that the STAT Multiple Choice test be completed by applicants who have either:
- not completed Year 12 (or equivalent), VET or University studies, or work experience that can be considered for entry; or do not meet the minimum entry requirements for the program.
Refer to the STAT webpage for further information.
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
English Language Test Selection
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Prerequisite
Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification in any discipline
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Personal Statement
Applicants are required to submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include details of industry or management experience, reasons for studying Agriculture, previous related experience and previous qualifications.
Interview
Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
It is recommended that the STAT Multiple Choice test be completed by applicants who have either:
- not completed Year 12 (or equivalent), VET or University studies, or work experience that can be considered for entry; or do not meet the minimum entry requirements for the program.
Refer to the STAT webpage for further information.
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
English Language Test Selection
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with work and life experience
Prerequisite
At least 2 years of high level management or relevant industry experience; OR a combination of qualifications and industry experience.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Personal Statement
Applicants are required to submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include details of industry or management experience, reasons for studying Agriculture, previous related experience and previous qualifications.
Interview
Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
It is recommended that the STAT Multiple Choice test be completed by applicants who have either:
- not completed Year 12 (or equivalent), VET or University studies, or work experience that can be considered for entry; or do not meet the minimum entry requirements for the program.
Refer to the STAT webpage for further information.
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
English Language Test Selection
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
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