Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science
University of Queensland, The (UQ)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00025B
The Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science is designed for recent graduates in any field, and for established professionals wanting to upgrade their skills. During your 1 year of full-time studies, you'll select from more than 20 courses, including specialised courses in agronomy, horticulture and plant protection – allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals. Graduates demonstrate the ability to apply leadership, research and problem-solving skills to meet the global challenges associated with feeding the world and maintaining our environment in situations of increasing community expectations of animal welfare, biosecurity concerns, and competition for limited resources. This greatly expands your career prospects into a wide range of government, commercial, community or research-based roles.
Structure
Complete 16 units comprising: 4 to 8 units from GDipAgrSc Foundational Courses, and 8 to 12 units from GDipAgrSc Flexible Core Courses, and 0 to 4 units from GDipAgrSc Program Elective Courses
Standard entry requirements
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline or to have completed post-secondary studies and have 2 years full-time equivalent, relevant work experience. Applications based on post-secondary study and work experience will be assessed individually.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Gatton | Domestic: $4,730 International: $48,160 | No |
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