Associate Degree in Farm Production
Charles Sturt University
CRICOS provider number: 00005F TEQSA provider ID: PRV12018
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Agriculture is the lifeblood of our communities – in our own backyards or around the globe. The Associate Degree in Farm Production from Charles Sturt University will give you a solid foundation in agricultural knowledge and skills. You’ll explore the biological and socio-economic aspects of farming systems and production. So, you’ll be ready to step into farm management or other associated agricultural services in a paraprofessional capacity.
The flexible nature of this degree means you can study agriculture online or on campus at Wagga Wagga. Plus, you can study farming at your own pace – adjusting your study load as you go – and you have the option to further your studies with the Bachelor of Agriculture Science.
You'll have access to some of Australia's best agricultural teaching and research facilities, including extensive and diverse farming facilities on our 1,600-hectare university farm, modern laboratories and glasshouse. You’ll get hands-on to develop practical skills with our extensive computer facilities, precision agriculture technologies, the most sophisticated underground root growth laboratory (rhyzolysimeter) in the Southern Hemisphere and university sheep and cattle herds and animal handling facilities. These skills will be underpinned by working closely with other agricultural organisations on campus as well as the Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute.
Areas of study
Agribusiness, agronomy, livestock production and farm management.
Career opportunities
When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including agricultural technical officer, assistant farm manager.
Practical experience
2 weeks of workplace learning within industry in addition to unlimited, voluntary work experience opportunities supported by Charles Sturt University's Career Services. Hands-on experience on Charles Sturt University’s on-campus 1,600 hectare farm commercial mixed farm following national standards in best management practice.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Q Fever vaccination: Q Fever vaccinations are compulsory for all students. Vaccination clinics will be arranged for on-campus students. Online students should consult with their doctor or look at the Q Fever Register webpage to find a nearby vaccinator (note on-campus students may also arrange their own vaccination). Students are required to provide evidence of immunisation before starting on-campus classes, or by census date of their first session of study if studying online. Refer to Australian Q Fever Register for further information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced.
Recommended studies: At least 1 unit of science.
Other applicants
Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Sturt University website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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Contact us
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Study Link
Study Link is Charles Sturt University’s Preparation for University Study program, offering a suite of over 20 short, self-paced subjects that have been designed to help build academic skills, fill knowledge gaps and give you practical experience and confidence in studying online. Study Link subjects help your transition to university study, with dedicated subject coordinators available to help you along the way.
Study Link subjects are non-credit bearing and free for most Australian residents. For more information, visit Study Link on the Charles Sturt University website.