Bachelor of Agriculture

CRICOS code: 101014

Agriculture is one of the most rapidly changing fields of study in the 21st century. As such, there is high demand for skilled professionals to develop ethical and sustainable food production systems, to support the world's growing populations. The Bachelor of Agriculture from Charles Sturt University will provide you with education across all major disciplines that underpin modern agricultural industries. With a science base, this agriculture degree also focuses on practical issues facing modern agriculture, producers, agribusiness and the environment.

Flexible study options allow you to undertake the Bachelor of Agriculture at your own pace, and gain credit if you already hold a relevant TAFE qualification. This qualification can be completed in three years of full-time study or six years part-time – making it ideal to study while you work You also have the option to exit early with an Associate Degree in Farm Production or further your agriculture study to the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.

Course highlights

Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Agriculture equips you with the knowledge, skills and experience to be an asset to any agricultural industry. The foundation you gain in science from this agriculture degree will allow you to build an understanding of the management and integration of agricultural issues.

A strong academic reputation

Charles Sturt University has long been considered a world leader in agricultural education. Our dedicated teaching staff have strong research backgrounds and extensive industry experience.

Industry consultation

Developed in collaboration with industry to ensure that you gain the most contemporary agricultural education, the degree combines current knowledge with the best available learning technology.

Practical experience

Study this agriculture degree online and during residential schools at the Wagga Wagga campus, you'll build practical skills, forge connections with academic staff and fellow students, and benefit from our close relationships with industry.

Charles Sturt University

Charles Sturt University is dedicated to providing a degree and student experience like no other university. Our approach to teaching and learning combined with hands-on experience ensures Charles Sturt graduates have the best opportunities to kickstart careers in their chosen profession.

Be the grad who gets the job

Join the university with the highest graduate employment rate in Australia* – more Charles Sturt University grads get jobs faster than grads from any other uni. Employers know Charles Sturt grads are skilled, confident and ready to get to work

Connections with industry

Our academics and teaching staff are well-connected. So when you graduate, you’ll already have a wide network of industry contacts who can help you kickstart your career. We also work with national and international organisations to give you the most relevant knowledge.

Charles Sturt University's international links

Charles Sturt University is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities and is partly funded by the Australian government. Charles Sturt University has over 60 partnerships in more than 25 countries that facilitate research, course delivery, cultural exchange, student and staff exchange and a diverse range of other educational activities.

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Charles Sturt University is an Australian University, TEQSA Provider Identification: PRV12018. Charles Sturt University CRICOS Provider Number: 00005F.