Master of Science in Agriculture
Master of Science in Agriculture
This program builds on your professional experience and/or prior qualifications to develop advanced expertise and critical understanding in science and in these disciplines. Depending on the specialization chosen, you may find employment at a senior level in a wide range of destinations, including federal, state and local government bodies, universities,…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This program builds on your professional experience and/or prior qualifications to develop advanced expertise and critical understanding in science and in these disciplines.
Depending on the specialization chosen, you may find employment at a senior level in a wide range of destinations, including federal, state and local government bodies, universities, research organizations, food and agriculture industries, private companies, health facilities, science-based industries, or private consultancies.
Increasing the sustainable production of food for a growing population, in an unpredictable and increasingly harsh environment, is a global priority. Agricultural systems that meet these social and environmental goals of sustainable development must be developed to ensure healthy lives. This Postgraduate specialization is designed for science graduates interested in agricultural careers in technological innovation, research and development, agricultural policy and senior management. It is expected that upon completion of the course students will have the cognitive, technical and critical thinking skills to analyze issues and articulate appropriate solutions in the ever-evolving field of agricultural science. A capstone unit involving either a research or professional industry project will allow students to integrate their knowledge and skills developed throughout the program.
Your career
Career opportunities include:
Health Promotion Officer
Research and Evaluation Officer
Food Scientist
Secondary Teacher in Food Technology
Professional Horticulture Scientist
Agricultural Researcher
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in natural or physical science, medical science, environmental studies, agriculture, horticulture, food science, food technology, nutrition or dietetics.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Western Sydney University is located in New South Wales and operates out of 13 accessible campuses across Sydney (Bankstown, Liverpool City, Campbelltown, Sydney City, Sydney Olympic Park, Parramatta, Parramatta City, Westmead, Penrith and Hawkesbury). The student body numbers more than 35,000. With a mix of modern high rise and heritage buildings, equipped with technology-enabled learning facilities, libraries, research facilities, and studios, the University covers a wide range of academic programs including the School of Business, School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences, School of Education, School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, School of Health Sciences, School of Humanities and Communication Arts, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and Midwifery, School of Psychology, School of Science, School of Social Sciences and the Graduate Research School.
