Study Agriculture in Australia

“Agriculture is a fundamental source of national prosperity.”
(J.J. Mapes)

Agriculture is a multidisciplinary subject of biology that comprises the aspects of natural, economic, and social sciences that are applied in agricultural practice and understanding.

The Bachelor of Agriculture is an excellent choice if you want to learn how to use natural processes to feed a growing population, enhance ecosystem services, and contribute to the agricultural economy. Graduates with an agricultural degree are in high demand in Australia, with a job placement rate of over 92 percent.

If this is a profession you want to pursue, then speak with one of our counsellors today to discuss your career pathway.

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Successful graduates can find work in a number of professions across the agriculture supply chain and its supporting sectors and agencies in Australia.
Below are some of the professions that you could look at.

Improvements in water management

Use of fertilizer in a responsible manner

On-farm consultation

The output of food and fiber

Crop development that is disease resistant

Animal welfare

Biosecurity

Processing and commercialization after the harvest

Agriculture finance and agribusiness management

Government and corporate policy

Depending on your level of education, you could enroll in one of the following courses in Australia, with the respective prerequisites:
Diploma of Agriculture
Class 12th or equivalent
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Bachelor of Agriculture
Class 12th or equivalent
ELTS 6.5 or equivalent
Master of Agriculture
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
IELTS 6.5 (6.0) or equivalent

Career Outcomes

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Agronomist

Agricultural Consultant

Animal Scientist

Biosecurity officer

Biodiversity officer

Botanist

Crop Scientist

Entomologist

Environmental Manager

Food technologist

Frequently Asked Questions

The first and one of the most important steps in seeking education in Australia is choosing the right course. A lot of students are not sure how to go about this process and end up selecting a course that does not result in the desired outcome. It is quite possible that the course you are selecting in a particular industry is going to take you longer and cost an arm and a leg, whereas another course in the same field might cost much less, complete in a shorter time, have more job prospects and lead to permanent residency in Australia. If you need help choosing the right course to study, speak with one of our expert education counsellors today!

Getting admission to an Australian institute may sound like a daunting task, however, it is an easy process if you prepare well. The first step is to find a course you want to study and then search for the institutes that are offering that particular. Once you have shortlisted the course and institute, make sure you fulfill the prerequisites for admission to that course and institute. Take your English language proficiency test and submit all the documents along with the application to the institute and wait for the outcome.

The following documents are generally required for getting admission to an Australian institute:

  • Valid Passport
  • Visa
  • English Proficiency test (IELTS/PTE/CAE/TOEFL)
  • Australian Qualification / Overseas Qualification
  • Work Experience Letter (if applicable)
  • Resume
  • Health Insurance

Need help? Speak with one of our education counsellors today in order to ensure a stress-free application process.  

A CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) is an official letter issued by an educational institute in Australia to international students, providing evidence that you meet the genuine temporary entrant criteria and all the Australian regulatory requirements. This letter is required by the Department of Home Affairs for the purpose of applying for a student visa. The CoE is generally issued within 5-10 working days from the time of submission.

Yes, you heard that right. Under the student visa (subclass 500) you are allowed to work 40 hours per fortnight. Australia is a great place to work while you are studying. There are many industries offering flexible hours and a number of opportunities for students, including supermarkets, department stores, cafes, bars, restaurants, delivery, etc. Earn some extra money while you get a taste of the local culture. Most Importantly, you can work fulltime if you on your study break or semester holidays.

Congratulations on completing your degree! It is time to move on to the next step, which is applying for a Temporary Graduate Visa (SC 485). Under this visa you are allowed to live and work full-time in Australia for 2 – 5 years, depending on your course, and location of study. As a Temporary Graduate Visa holder, you have full work & study right.  Don’t forget to make yourself eligible for a Permanent Residency visa under the General Skilled Migration program for subclasses 189, 190, and 491, if you settle in Australia. Moreover, if you become a skilled migrant, you can also seek sponsorship from a potential employer under subclasses 186, 187, and 482. So, what are you waiting for? Speak with us today to begin your process for the Temporary Graduate Visa application.

If you plan to live in Australia for the long term and want to migrate, then choosing a regional area for your studies would be a wise decision as it comes with numerous benefits, including a lower cost of living, a laidback lifestyle, the fact that you could get extra points towards permanent residency and a possible opportunity of getting a post-graduate visa for up to 4 years.