Key facts
Domestic students course information.
Guaranteed ATAR: 72.55
Entry is based on recent secondary (ATAR), higher education (GPA), VET study, or work experience.
Entry is based on Australian Year 12 equivalence. English language requirements must also be met.
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
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| Start Dates and Campus | Trimester 1 – February 2024 | Trimester 2 – June 2024 | Trimester 3 – October 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Armidale Campus | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
| Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Online | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Armidale Campus | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
| Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Course information
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With UNE's Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business you will gain practical, production-oriented skills and knowledge in agriculture together with in-depth skills and knowledge in business, management and finance. You will learn to formulate strategies and become an informed decision maker who can communicate effectively in this rapidly evolving industry.
Our combined degree enables you to specialise by studying one of four business majors to complement the paddock-ready skills you gain from the Bachelor of Agriculture component. Depending on your business major, you may also focus your agriculture studies by choosing one of six agriculture minors. You will be well positioned for career success with the expertise to adapt to a changing world.
Why study the Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business with UNE?
We have a strong foundation in teaching and research in both agricultural systems of production and business. UNE's SMART Farms, our Centre of Agribusiness, and the UNE SMART Region Incubator fosters growth in regional business and agricultural enterprises. When you study our Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business, you will have the opportunity to network with business mentors, corporate and community partners while learning from our ground-breaking researchers in agriculture.
Studying an agriculture and business-based course at UNE offers you the opportunity to:
- Gain formal practical experience in agricultural enterprises and apply coursework theory to workplace situations during your studies to improve your employability as a graduate.
- Access the latest agricultural techniques and technology at our innovative SMART Farms. With either properties covering 3,655 hectares, including farms within minutes of campus and a commercial scale feedlot, the UNE SMART Farms are diverse and valuable teaching and research resources that you will utilise during your course. The farms support a range of disciplines including grazing and intensive livestock, cropping, pastures, poultry, genetics and precision agriculture.
- Contribute to our SMART Region Incubator which is run by the Business School and provides a supportive community for start-ups in the region. As a student you can be part of this lively entrepreneurial network.
- Learn hands-on through our world class facilities including our state-of-the-art glasshouses and animal housing and handling facilities to learn skills and techniques that you will use throughout your working life.
What makes our course different?
Our Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business is the only combined course of its kind in Australia. You will gain the depth of fundamental knowledge and skill to succeed in business within the agricultural industry. You will have opportunities to:
- Study core units in a wide range of areas including animal production, agronomy, economics, marketing, resource management, soil science and sustainable agricultural systems.
- Undertake a business major in either accounting, agribusiness, international business or marketing. Completion of the Accounting major will qualify you for admission to the major professional accounting bodies (CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA)).
- Specialise in an area of agriculture of your choice by selecting one of six minors (if you major in agribusiness, international business or marketing). Minors including livestock production, plant production, genetics, cotton, sheep and wool and general agricultural production.
- Learn from leading national and international industry researcher and teachers.
- Network with business mentors and industry partners via our SMART Regional Incubator.
- Study flexibly. On campus classes give the opportunity to interact and engage face-to-face with your peers and academic staff and gain essential practical skills. If you choose to study online, some units in the agriculture component include mandatory intensive schools on campus.
- Complete your course in four years full time or up to 10 years part time.
We’re highly rated – year after year, students award UNE 5-star ratings in The Good Universities Guide for Overall Experience and Student Support, so when you study with us, you know you are in good hands.
Study on campus
Most of our Bachelor of Agriculture / Bachelor of Business students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation in our residential colleges and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
Study online
Some of our Bachelor of Agriculture / Bachelor of Business students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. They bring valuable experience with them and form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities. Bringing their life and work experience together at UNE, they study to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.
* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.
Entry requirements
Select the option that best describes you.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
To meet the entry requirements for this course you must have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
You can check your overseas qualifications in our Admission Country List and Qualifications table. If you can't find your qualifications in this list, simply submit your application and UNE's International Admissions team will assess them for you.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English at Year 12 level and 2 unit HSC Mathematics Standard 2 (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of HSC Biology and/or HSC Chemistry, and HSC Mathematics Advanced (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Recommended Studies
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
This course is not currently available for this mode of study.
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
You can check your overseas qualifications in our Admission Country List and Qualifications table. If you can't find your qualifications in this list, simply submit your application and UNE's International Admissions team will assess them for you.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English at Year 12 level and 2 unit HSC Mathematics Standard 2 (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of HSC Biology and/or HSC Chemistry, and HSC Mathematics Advanced (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Recommended Studies
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Online study in Australia
If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units).
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility.
- Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
- Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
> Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing
Select the option that best describes your experience.
You are currently studying Year 12 (school or TAFE) or have done so within the past 2 years.
If you are admitted on the basis of your ATAR, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
There are two ATAR-related adjustments that can be applied to increase your rank when applying for this course. You can receive a maximum of five points in addition to your ATAR result. It is possible to be considered for either the UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme OR the Educational Access Scheme, but not both.
UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme
UNE automatically offers an additional five points of adjustment factors to the ATAR of eligible applicants from regional, rural and remote locations without the need for an application.
> Learn more about the UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme
Education Adjustment Scheme (EAS)
UNE acknowledges and provides consideration for applicants who have experienced an educational disadvantage. If you are planning to study on campus you can seek consideration for this scheme when applying for this course.
> Learn more about EAS
UNE Early Entry Program
Early Entry is open to all Year 12 applicants and relies on your school’s assessment of your attributes and suitability for study. You can apply early, receive an offer and secure a place with UNE, even before your scores are released.
> Learn more about the UNE Early Entry Program
UAC Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS)
This scheme provides eligible Year 12 applicants who have applied via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) the opportunity to receive early offers of undergraduate admission to UNE based on their school ratings and Year 11 results.
> Learn more about SRS
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English at Year 12 level and 2 unit HSC Mathematics Standard 2 (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of HSC Biology and/or HSC Chemistry, and HSC Mathematics Advanced (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Recommended Studies
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
You have studied at UNE or other higher education institutions, completed or otherwise.
You can apply for this course if you have undertaken any of the following qualifications with an appropriate Grade Point Average (GPA):
- Undergraduate Certificates
- Diplomas
- Advanced Diplomas/Associate degrees
- Bachelor degrees
- Postgraduate degrees
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English at Year 12 level and 2 unit HSC Mathematics Standard 2 (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of HSC Biology and/or HSC Chemistry, and HSC Mathematics Advanced (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Recommended Studies
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
You have undertaken VET study through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), e.g. TAFE.
You can apply for this course if you have undertaken VET studies. When assessing your application, we will look at the following factors:
- Level and type of qualification (Certificate IV or above)
- Graded or ungraded (competency-based)
- Complete or incomplete.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English at Year 12 level and 2 unit HSC Mathematics Standard 2 (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of HSC Biology and/or HSC Chemistry, and HSC Mathematics Advanced (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Recommended Studies
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
You left high school more than two years ago or did not finish Year 12.
You can apply for this course on the basis of work and/or life experience via at least one of the following methods:
Professional Experience
If you have completed at least one year of paid professional experience, we can assess you for admission on this basis. Simply provide a resume and a Statement of Service from your employer/s in your application.
> Find out more about applying based on professional experience
> Learn about our Statement of Service requirements
Mature Age Special Entry
Tell us more about your work and life experience, demonstrating why you believe you will be successful in the course you are applying for. Simply complete the form and upload it in your application.
> Download the Mature Age Special Entry form (PDF)
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
The STAT is a test that assesses a range of competencies considered important for successful tertiary study. UNE accepts the multiple-choice component provided you have completed it within the three years prior to course commencement.
> Visit ACER for more information
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
Pathways Enabling Course
This is a free (fees exempt) and 100% online course designed to help you prepare for university. It will provide you with all the skills needed to undertake undergraduate study.
> Learn more about the Pathways Enabling Course
TRACKS (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants)
TRACKS is a preparation course run by the UNE Oorala Aboriginal Centre. Over two trimesters you will experience what university study is about and learn in a supported environment. Be part of a community of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who share your goals and interests.
> Learn more about TRACKS
Internal Selection Program (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants)
This program is designed for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who have professional work or community experience, or any formal VET qualifications, e.g. TAFE study.
> Learn more about the Internal Selection Program
Pathways into Agricultural Studies
There is more than one way to study the course of your dreams at UNE. Find out more about Pathways into Agricultural Studies at UNE.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English at Year 12 level and 2 unit HSC Mathematics Standard 2 (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of HSC Biology and/or HSC Chemistry, and HSC Mathematics Advanced (or interstate or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Recommended Studies
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus are a requirement for units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility.
- If you are applying through Mature Age Special Entry, you will need to include a completed Mature Age Special Entry form in your online application. Learn more about Mature Age Special Entry.
- If you are applying based on professional experience you will need to provide a resume and a Statement of Service from your employer/s on company letterhead. Learn about our Statement of Service requirements.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
> Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing
Course structure
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 192 credit points with not more than 72 credit points at 100-level, at least 48 credit points at 300-level and not more than 24 credit points at 400-level.
96 credit points
72 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems I (AGSY101) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems II (AGSY102) – 6 credit points
- Agricultural Plants: Adaptation and Physiology (AGRO200) – 6 credit points
- Crop Production (AGRO321) – 6 credit points
- Animal Production Systems and Products (ANPR211) – 6 credit points
- Animal Function, Health and Welfare (ANPR321) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Biology: Cells and Life (BIOL110) – 6 credit points
- Organisms and the Diversity of Life (BIOL120) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Breeding and Genetics (GENE251) – 6 credit points
- Soil Science (SOIL222) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Introductory Chemistry (CHEM100) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry I (CHEM110) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
The prerequisite for AGCS300 is that candidates must complete 12 weeks of practical experience as prescribed by the School BEFORE enrolling in AGCS300. Further details can be found at the following link ERS Practical Experience.- Preparing the Future Face of Agriculture (AGCS300) – 6 credit points
- Agriculture Practical Experience (PRACAGR) – 0 credit points
24 credit points
Students who choose a major in Agribusiness, International Business or Marketing from the business component complete ONE Minor from the following:24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from the following units:- Applied Cotton Production (COTT300) – 6 credit points
- Cotton Crop Protection (COTT301) – 6 credit points
- Cotton and the Environment (COTT402) – 6 credit points
- Cotton Farm Systems and Technology Transfer (COTT403) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from the following units:- Sustainable Agricultural Water Management (AGWT300) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Weed Management (AGRO422) – 6 credit points
- Applied Cotton Production (COTT300) – 6 credit points
- Cotton Crop Protection (COTT301) – 6 credit points
- Horticultural Science and Management (HORT420) – 6 credit points
- Productive Soil Systems (SOIL311) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from the following units:- Feedlot Management (ANPR340) – 6 credit points
- Beef Production (ANPR360) – 6 credit points
- Disease and its Control in Animals (ANPR417) – 6 credit points
- Meat Technology (MEAT318) – 6 credit points
- Poultry Production (PLTY301) – 6 credit points
- Sheep Production (WOOL312) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from the following units:- Introductory Genetics (GENE210) – 6 credit points
- Genetics of Populations (GENE322) – 6 credit points
- Genetic Evaluation and Breeding Program Design (GENE422) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT210) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
- Plant Protection (AGRO311) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Weed Management (AGRO422) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Water Management (AGWT300) – 6 credit points
- Applied Cotton Production (COTT300) – 6 credit points
- Horticultural Science and Management (HORT420) – 6 credit points
- Productive Soil Systems (SOIL311) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from the following units:- Sheep Management (ANPR350) – 6 credit points
- Fundamentals of Sheep and Wool Production (WOOL300) – 6 credit points
- Sheep Production (WOOL312) – 6 credit points
- Wool Marketing and Clip Preparation (WOOL322) – 6 credit points
- Wool Technology (WOOL472) – 6 credit points
- Wool Processing (WOOL482) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from the following units:- Grazing Systems (AGSY300) – 6 credit points
- Feedlot Management (ANPR340) – 6 credit points
- Beef Production (ANPR360) – 6 credit points
- Applied Animal Nutrition (ANUT300) – 6 credit points
- Meat Technology (MEAT318) – 6 credit points
- Poultry Production (PLTY301) – 6 credit points
- Sheep Production (WOOL312) – 6 credit points
- Plant Protection (AGRO311) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Weed Management (AGRO422) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Water Management (AGWT300) – 6 credit points
- Applied Cotton Production (COTT300) – 6 credit points
- Horticultural Science and Management (HORT420) – 6 credit points
- Precision Agriculture (PA335) – 6 credit points
- Productive Soil Systems (SOIL311) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Elective Units can be selected from any unit offered by the University subject to candidates meeting overall course requirements and prerequisite and timetabling requirements for individual units.- Agriculture Practical Experience (PRACAGR) – 0 credit points
96 credit points
48 credit points
Complete the following units:- Accounting Information for Business Decision-making (AFM123) – 6 credit points
- Economics for Management (ECON123) – 6 credit points
- Communication for Business (MM105) – 6 credit points
- Fundamentals of Marketing (MM110) – 6 credit points
- Fundamentals of Management (MM123) – 6 credit points
- Business Ethics (MM322) – 6 credit points
- Strategic Planning and Sustainability (MM403) – 6 credit points
- Business Statistics (QM161) – 6 credit points
48 credit points
Complete ONE Major:Note: Completion of these units will allow accreditation with CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).
For information relating to accreditation by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) please see the Professional Accounting Recognition webpage.
If a person studies an approved tertiary degree in accounting (BAgr/BBus majoring in Accounting) etc to be registered as an auditor they must have studied:
“in commercial law (including company law) of not less than 2 years duration (as well as accounting)” section 1280(2A)(b)(ii) Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)
To be registered as a liquidator, the requirement is stated as “has the qualifications, experience, knowledge and abilities prescribed” section 20-20(4)(a) Schedule 2, Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) “Insolvency Practice Schedule (Corporations). The explanation as to what is a prescribed qualification is found in the Insolvency Practice Rules (Corporations) 2016 under rule 20-1(2)(a) and states “in commercial law”.
UNE Business Law and Principles of Corporations Law meet these requirements when both taken and passed.
72 credit points
NOTE: Students who complete the accounting major do not complete a minor in agriculture.Complete the following units:
- Introduction to Financial Accounting (AFM101) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Management Accounting (AFM112) – 6 credit points
- Intermediate Financial Accounting (AFM211) – 6 credit points
- Corporate Finance (AFM231) – 6 credit points
- Accounting Information Systems (AFM275) – 6 credit points
- Accounting Theory (AFM301) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Financial Accounting (AFM305) – 6 credit points
- Auditing (AFM319) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Business Law (LSSU251) – 6 credit points
- Principles of Corporation Law (LSSU391) – 6 credit points
- Principles of Taxation Law (LSSU392) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Business Analytics (QM162) – 6 credit points
42 credit points
Complete the following units:- Business and Economic Analysis of Chains and Networks (BUS301) – 6 credit points
- Benefit-Cost Analysis (ECON326) – 6 credit points
- Risk Management in Agribusiness (ECON334) – 6 credit points
- Price Analysis in Food and Fibre Markets (ECON335) – 6 credit points
18 credit points
And complete 18 credit points from the following units:
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- International Business (BUS202) – 6 credit points
- Sheep Management (ANPR350) – 6 credit points
- Farm and Resource Management (ECON223) – 6 credit points
- Banking and Finance (ECON203) – 6 credit points
- Environmental and Natural Resource Economics (ECON329) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Business Analytics (QM262) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points of Elective Units. Elective Units can be selected from any unit offered by the University subject to candidates meeting overall Course Requirements and prerequisite and timetabling requirements for individual units.42 credit points
Complete the following units:- International Business (BUS202) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Macroeconomics (ECON102) – 6 credit points
- Australian Economic Institutions and Performance (ECON243) – 6 credit points
- The International Economy (ECON244) – 6 credit points
- International Political Economy (ECON320) – 6 credit points
- The Elephant and the Dragon: India and China in the Asian Century (ECON345) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Small Business Management (AFM324) – 6 credit points
- Communicating in Culturally Diverse Contexts (LING350) – 6 credit points
- Managing Across Cultures (MM491) – 6 credit points
- Indigenous Business and Community Development (PAIS323) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points of Elective Units. Elective Units can be selected from any unit offered by the University subject to candidates meeting overall Course Requirements and prerequisite and timetabling requirements for individual units.42 credit points
Complete the following units:- International Business (BUS202) – 6 credit points
- Consumer Behaviour (MM311) – 6 credit points
- Digital Marketing Communications (MM313) – 6 credit points
- Services Marketing (MM314) – 6 credit points
- Strategic Marketing (MM316) – 6 credit points
12 credit points
And complete 12 credit points from the following units:- Small Business Management (AFM324) – 6 credit points
- Research Methods (BUS305) – 6 credit points
- Managing Across Cultures (MM491) – 6 credit points
- Indigenous Business and Community Development (PAIS323) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points of Elective Units. Elective Units can be selected from any unit offered by the University subject to candidates meeting overall Course Requirements and prerequisite and timetabling requirements for individual units.See UNE Handbook for more details. The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course plans, exit awards, intensive schools, and work placement requirements.
Fees and scholarships
How much will it cost?
Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:
| Fee type | Cost |
|---|---|
| International | $33,829* |
| Commonwealth Supported Place | $11,518* |
| Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time | $351 |
*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.
What are the course fee payment options?
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a government subsidised place in a university course. The government pays part of your tuition fees, and you pay the remainder.
If you have a CSP in either an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP Loan, which allows you to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
UNE scholarships are open for all to apply and offer financial help while you are studying. There are scholarships for students with high academic achievement, from rural areas, studying specific degrees, in disadvantaged groups, experiencing financial hardship, who excel at sport or want to live in a UNE residential college.
UNE scholarship applications are free and confidential. You may apply for more than one scholarship.
Scholarships
UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.
The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 20%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2024. View detailed Bursary information.
UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.
Your career
With combined skills in business, finance and agriculture, you will be sought after for employment in agribusiness companies, major banks, and other enterprises. Your career opportunities within the agricultural industry will depend on your chosen business major and agricultural minor and could include:
- agribusiness companies
- animal and agronomic industries
- accounting
- marketing
- management and consulting positions
- farm management.
Completion of the Accounting major (and Accounting minor) will qualify you for admission to the major professional accounting bodies, CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).
Course outcomes
- demonstrate a coherent understanding of agriculture by articulating its role and the major biophysical, economic, environmental, social and policy drivers that underpin agricultural practice and development for producers, processors and consumers that are contestable and testable by further inquiry
- exhibit depth and breadth of agricultural knowledge by demonstrating well-developed knowledge in agricultural production;
- critically analyse and solve agricultural problems by gathering, synthesising and critically evaluating information from a range of sources, designing and planning an investigation, selecting and applying practical and/or theoretical techniques or tools in order to conduct an investigation and collecting, accurately recording, interpreting and drawing conclusions from data;
- be an effective two-way communicator of agriculture through verbal, written and visual communication of scientific results, information or arguments, to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes and using a variety of modes;
- be accountable for their own learning and scientific work by being independent and self-directed learners, working effectively, responsibly and safely in an individual or team context, demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory frameworks relevant to their disciplinary area and personally practising ethical conduct;
- demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of business and management theory and processes and their application to real-world business contexts, and to promote sustainable business in a globalised economy;
- utilise cognitive and communication skills, tools and digital technologies to communicate appropriately and persuasively with a range of stakeholders;
- apply critical and creative thinking to analyse complex real-world business problems and synthesise materials from a variety of sources in identifying solutions;
- identify relevant information drawn from a range of sources in order to analyse data and complex business-related issues;
- evaluate and demonstrate judgement in formulating responses to complex, social, cultural and ethical issues;
- demonstrate a preparedness to engage in continuous learning and reflection to help inform professional practice; and
- demonstrate ability to work independently and collaboratively to generate solutions to business problems.
- Knowledge of a Discipline
Knowledge of agriculture is taught, practised and assessed in all units. Students will develop an in-depth knowledge of key agriculture theory and business and apply knowledge in agricultural industry contexts to complex agricultural problems. Students will also demonstrate an understanding of the global environment in which agriculture is conducted. Students will obtain knowledge through unit materials; experience in laboratory, field excursions and industry practicals; independent research; and interaction with teaching staff and fellow students. Students will be assessed via multiple modes using theory and practice of agriculture. Agricultural science and economic management are global issues, the global perspective is drawn upon in all areas involved with understanding, applying and evaluating agricultural science and economic management information. Knowledge is built upon from information gathered from agricultural and business systems throughout the world. Thus teaching will draw upon case studies and examples from a rangepractice of countries. Graduates develop the global context of the discipline and its ability to minimise or solve problems. Interaction with graduates from all over Australia and overseas will assist in developing graduates' understanding of global issues.agriculture.
- Communication Skills
Communication skills are taught, practised and assessed throughout this course. There is emphasis on the ability to provide clear and accurate descriptions of agricultural science and business issues; on writing reports of technical and scientific investigations; and on presenting critical reviews of knowledge. Students will utilise cognitive and communication skills, tools and digital technologies to communicate appropriately and persuasively with a range of stakeholders. Students will develop oral, written and presentation skills relevant to agricultural contexts through assessments.
- Problem Solving
Problem solving is taught, practiced and assessed in the scientific context of researching the background to a problem, formulating one or more hypotheses in animal science to be tested, and drawing conclusions from the results of those tests. Many practical assignments are based around this approach. Problem solving skills are also developed in field and laboratory settings where students use cognitive and critical thinking skills to identify agriculture issues, and to analyse and evaluate the relevant theories and concepts to construct solutions. This will prepare students for dealing with and solving real-world problems that arise in agricultural science and management.
- Information Literacy
Graduates will be taught how to access the literature (especially online resources), how to evaluate the robustness of literature sources (discrimination skills) and how to critique available information. Graduates will then practise these skills through the generation of reports, and oral presentations in relation to agricultural science and economic management.
- Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility
Graduates are taught ethical practices in relation to the discipline, including respecting intellectual property rights, ethical behaviour in fieldwork and assessment tasks, and honesty and trust as the basis of the cooperative endeavour of science and economic management. Graduates will be encouraged to act ethically and be socially responsible. These are underlying principles of the discipline of agricultural science and economic management which enable the production of food and fibre at the same time as protecting the environment. Legal obligations and responsibility will also be integrated into the teaching content.
- Lifelong Learning
Graduates gain confidence in their ability to search for, find and critically analyse sources of information relevant to the discipline. Graduates will develop the ability to identify, evaluate and implement personal learning strategies and/or study skills in pursuit of ongoing personal and professional development.
- Independence and Collaboration
Graduates are encouraged and taught to develop independence of thought and action. Teamwork is used in classes at all levels, especially in practical work in the field and laboratory and is case studies. Graduates develop the skills to work cooperatively to define and achieve common goals, to take initiative and to assume responsibility for tasks. Graduates will learn in a professional forum to discuss, calmly and rationally, ideas and concepts, sometimes controversial and sometimes from different points of view. This, in addition to the ability to use the language of the discipline in reasoned argument, is one of the aims of online discussions.
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We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
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A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024 No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024 Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian University.
As an international student you can take advantage of flexible online study from overseas or while you are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa. You can’t study fully online on a Student Visa.
To study online from overseas you need to consider that you may need to travel to Australia to attend a UNE campus for some mandatory intensive schools.
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To me, studying a double degree like agriculture and business just made sense. Every farm is a business, there are inputs, throughputs and outputs, all of which must be balanced.
Why study with us?
I'm enjoying learning and getting to know the Australian way of farming and the business elements to it. The academic support and resources available from Robb College and UNE are really beneficial.
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Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
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| Intake | Application Closing Date | Trimester Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | 16 February 2024 | 26 February 2024 |
| Trimester 2 | 14 June 2024 | 24 June 2024 |
| Trimester 3 | 11 October 2024 | 21 October 2024 |
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