Online Courses Handbook 2003

303541 v.2 Bachelor of Agribusiness (Graduate)

BAgribusGrad(Curtin)

Introduction
This bachelor graduate entry course provides an additional year of study in a specialised area of choice which is acceptable to agencies such as Agriculture Western Australia or agricultural consulting firms which often require a professional four year degree in agriculture.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Completion of a three-year bachelor of agribusiness degree or an approved equivalent degree.

Duration and Availability
The course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation
Studies in approved electives combined with additional studies in applied statistics, agribusiness project design and agribusiness project. The project may be of a research type or a literature review.

Professional Recognition
Eligible for professional level employment in agriculture in the State Public Service.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

303396 v.2 Agribusiness Project 401 5.0 25.0

SELECT 3 ELECTIVES 75.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

303398 v.2 Agribusiness Project 402 10.0 50.0

SELECT 2 ELECTIVES 50.0

100.0

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