303423 v.4 Bachelor of Agribusiness
BAgribus(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 029345C
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Introduction
This course enables students to undertake a combined program of Agricultural Science and Agribusiness. The first year of the program forms a solid foundation in science and communications and an introduction to management. In second and third years students will complete the equivalent of an Agricultural Science major and an Agribusiness major. Graduates from this course will have an industry-ready understanding of the science and technology required for the productive use of plants and animals for food, and fibre. The course builds from basic biology and agricultural systems to detailed specifics of crop and animal production and rural development, within the context of overarching issues such as food security, sustainability and global warming. This understanding of agricultural production systems is combined with the business skills associated with production, processing, marketing and distribution of food and fibre products. Students who undertake this course will benefit from gaining a qualification that offers a comprehensive understanding of agriculture and its operation, in combination with a degree with a key emphasis on the business environment.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Completion of one or more of the following subjects is desirable: TEE Mathematics or Mathematics 2C/2D, Biology, Accounting and Economics. Able candidates without any of these subjects may be required to complete approved bridging units.
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Applications for recognition of prior learning may be awarded for approved TAFE units.
Duration and Availability
This course is three years full time or equivalent part time study.
Course Organisation
Comprises of a combination of lectures, tutorials, laboratory exercises, independent study, relevant practical work and professional experience to fulfil course requirements. Visits to commercial enterprises in Western Australian are an essential part of the course.
Professional Recognition
All agribusiness graduates are eligible for membership of 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 should note that excursion expenses may apply to units within this course. Further information is available from the Department of Environment and Agriculture.
Further Information
For further information contact Curtin future Students Centre on 9266 100 or email furturestudents@curtin.edu.au or visit our website http://scieng.curtin.edu.au. For alternative entry and pathway options visit http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/how-to-get-in/entrance-requirements.cfm Students applying as graduates from schools within the WA College of Agriculture are encouraged to contact A/Prof Mark Gibberd, Head of Department Department of Environment and Agriculture School of Science Curtin University m.gibberd@curtin.edu.au 08 9266 7907 Applications from TAFE and mature age students are encouraged.
Combined Degree Information
Viticulture may be combined with Viticulture and Oenology.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10848 | v.2 | Management 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312357 | v.1 | Cell Biology 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312366 | v.2 | Principles of Plant and Animal Production 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7230 | v.6 | Chemistry 181 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 303220 | v.4 | Food Chain Systems 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307554 | v.1 | Science Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313500 | v.1 | Biological Computing 100 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313501 | v.1 | Land and Water Resources 100 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313537 | v.1 | Biology 100 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10850 | v.4 | Marketing 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303244 | v.4 | Agribusiness Management 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303340 | v.6 | Animal Production 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313572 | v.1 | Production for Quality in Broadacre Systems 200 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 1234 | v.4 | Economics 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10987 | v.5 | Accounting 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303365 | v.8 | Broadacre Crop and Pasture Science 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312371 | v.1 | International Agricultural Trade 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313546 | v.1 | Genetics and Biotechnology 200 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 303252 | v.5 | Commodity Trading and Risk Management 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303368 | v.5 | Sustainable Agricultural Systems 301 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312369 | v.1 | Agribusiness Marketing Research 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313544 | v.1 | Advanced Livestock Production Systems 300 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 303440 | v.3 | Agribusiness Planning (Capstone) 302 | 8.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312143 | v.1 | Agriculture and Rural Development 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312373 | v.2 | Integrated Pest Management 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313543 | v.1 | Advanced Cropping Systems and Precision Agriculture 300 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | 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.
