303336 v.3 Associate Degree in Agribusiness
AssocDAgribus(Curtin)
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Introduction
This course emphasises farm management, catering for those seeking a career on a family-owned farm or as a salaried manager. Students who complete this degree are eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Agribusiness degree.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Mathematics, Accounting, Economics and Biology are desirable.
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.
Note
Mature-age students, Agricultural College students with superior grades and students who have completed a TAFE Associate Diploma or Diploma course are encouraged to apply.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition of prior learning may be awarded for approved TAFE units. Students who have completed the Associate Degree in Agribusiness may apply for recognition of prior learning in the Bachelor of Agribusiness.
Duration and Availability
This course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
This course is a combination of lectures, tutorials, laboratory exercises, independent study, relevant industry practical work and visits to commercial enterprises in Western Australia.
Professional Recognition
This course is recognised by the Western Australian Public Service Board as an approved two year tertiary course which can satisfy appointment and promotion requirements. Graduates are eligible for membership to the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. Students are required to pay for their own food and accommodation while on field trips or camps.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 303220 | v.2 | Agribusiness Systems 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303227 | v.3 | Agribusiness Communications 101 | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 303294 | v.2 | Food and Fibre Production 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309728 | v.1 | Agricultural Soils 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309734 | v.1 | Agronomy 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 303297 | v.2 | Animal Science 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303298 | v.3 | Farm Management 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309729 | v.1 | Agricultural Statistics 102 | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 309732 | v.1 | Agribusiness Economics 102 | 6.0 | 12.5 | |
| 309750 | v.1 | Broadacre Crop Agronomy 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 303325 | v.3 | Farm Management 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303399 | v.2 | Farm Accounting and Finance 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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| 303330 | v.3 | Farm Business Risk and Resource Management 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303334 | v.2 | Farm Business Management 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 303324 | v.2 | Food and Agribusiness Marketing 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303333 | v.3 | Crop Protection 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303340 | v.3 | Animal Science 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 303364 | v.3 | Grazing Animal Production Systems 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303365 | v.4 | Cropping Systems 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309730 | v.1 | Agribusiness Taxation 202 | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 309774 | v.1 | Agribusiness Law 202 | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2007 | Northam Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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