University of New England
1 year full-time or up to 2 years part-time
This advanced honours degree is designed for high-achieving agribusiness graduates seeking to deepen their expertise through a fourth year of specialized study. Combining in-depth research with tailored coursework, graduates emerge with enhanced career prospects in agricultural industries or readiness for higher degree studies.
Applicants must have completed the UNE Bachelor of Agribusiness, UNE Bachelor of Business with a major in Agribusiness, or an equivalent relevant Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7). A minimum of 36 credit points at 300-level in the discipline and 36 credit points at 200-level or above with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 5.0 are required. Standard English language requirements must be met. International students may need to provide IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic test results.
The course comprises 48 credit points across 8 units. Core units include Research Methods (BUS505, 6 credit points) and Dissertation (BUS481C, 24 credit points). Students complete 18 credit points of elective units at 400-level, selected from any university offering subject to course coordinator approval and prerequisite requirements. Elective units can be tailored to match personal interest areas such as econometrics, agricultural economics, business strategy, or specialized agribusiness topics. The dissertation component allows students to develop and conduct original research under supervisor guidance addressing complex agricultural and business problems.
UNE is Australia's pioneer in distance education since the 1950s and the only public university awarded 20 consecutive years of five-star ratings for Overall Experience. The university rates in the top 20% nationally for Social Equity and Graduate Employment, with five-star ratings for teaching quality and student support. UNE's expertise in online learning, combined with strong on-campus facilities in Armidale, provides flexible study options. The SMART Region Incubator connects students with regional businesses and mentors, enhancing practical learning outcomes.
Graduates are prepared for specialist positions in food and agribusiness industries across multiple sectors. Career opportunities include roles in agribusiness banking, government agricultural departments, industry bodies such as Meat and Livestock Australia and GrainCorp, agribusiness firms, grain trading, and investment banking. With Australia targeting $100 billion in agricultural revenue by 2030, skilled agribusiness professionals are in high demand. The honours qualification also provides a pathway to higher degree studies including research-based postgraduate programs.
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