A broad knowledge of animal science and production, microbiology, genetics, biochemistry and resource management is necessary for the level of integration required to maintain sustainable and profitable, in the case of domestic, animal systems. Chemistry is desirable. Students may apply for student membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology while enrolled at the University, and on completion apply for graduate membership. Graduates are also eligible for membership of the Association of Graduates of Agricultural Sciences. The purpose of study for this degree is to learn how to investigate and advance knowledge of science and economics related to sustainable and innovative production and marketing of fruit, flowers, vegetables, wine and Australian flora, including their use in amenity settings.
Chemistry is desirable.
Students may apply for student membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology while enrolled at the University, and on completion apply for graduate membership. Graduates are also eligible for membership of the Association of Graduates of Agricultural Sciences. The study of plant and soil science for ornamental, landscape and amenity purposes and for revegetation and conservation is combined with study in landscape architecture. Knowledge of horticulture and landscape management is required for the care, improvement and maintenance of urban and disturbed landscapes in the amenity and environmental fields, such as mine site rehabiltitation. Chemistry is desirable.