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Melbourne Polytechnic Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology

Melbourne Polytechnic

Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology

Preston, Australia

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English

Full time, Part time

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    About: The Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed in the agricultural sector. You’ll study various aspects of farming, resource management, and agricultural technology. The program emphasizes practical experience and innovation in agriculture, preparing you to meet modern challenges in the field.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in agriculture management, farm consultancy, agricultural research, and agribusiness. Other opportunities include roles in environmental protection and sustainable agriculture initiatives.

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The world’s agriculture industry faces many challenges including climate change, a growing world population and changing resource conditions. Our Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Agronomy Major) focuses on innovative solutions to current and future industry issues, preparing you for a forward-focused, exciting and increasingly in-demand career path in commercial plant production.

This course offers a unique vocational degree that has been designed with industry input to meet industry needs. You will learn current knowledge and industry standard skills from our team of skilled and dedicated experts. You will study in facilities at an accessible rural setting, including our commercial-standard property at Yan Yean - a commercial 600 hectare mixed farming operation, demonstrating mixed pasture and broadacre cropping, as well as cattle, sheep and pasture production facilities.

An agronomist specialises in commercial plant production, along with understanding soil science, animal production, cultivation techniques, and technology to improve productivity and sustainability of farms and agricultural industries. This qualification provides an essential base for a career as an agronomist, with unique experience that opens doors direct to industry.

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