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Course summary
This course has the general aim of providing a formal academic qualification for people who wish to obtain training at the tertiary level in some area of agriculture, without the need to commit themselves to a full degree program. It is an ideal program for those who need to undertake a refresher course in a particular discipline, or who wish to broaden their knowledge, or who perhaps simply wish to satisfy their curiosity. Career Opportunities: This course is designed to provide graduates with a broad knowledge of agriculture so that they are able to contribute effectively to sustainable agricultural production in technical and support roles.
Entry requirement for international students
Students shall hold a certificate of the school or equivalent qualification; or have satisfied the school by means of other qualifications and/or related experience, that the equivalent standard of Rule has been achieved. They should have completed the Certificate IV in Agriculture at NSW TAFE, or the equivalent, but applicants with other qualifications and relevant experience will be considered. International students must meet at least one of the following criteria in English language requirements: English is the applicant's first language; satisfactory completion, within 5 years of the date of application for admission to UNE; a pass grade or better in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level or overseas equivalent; or an IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band score less than 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL score of at least 213 in the Computer-Based Test; or at least 79 in the Internet-Based Test with no less than 22 in the written component); satisfactory completion of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at the University of New England English Language Centre, or an equivalent EAP program at an Australian University NEAS-accredited English Language Centre (subject to certification from the university concerned that satisfactory completion of that university's EAP program would entitle the applicant to be accepted into a comparable award-bearing program at that university; or at a non University NEAS-accredited English Language Provider recognized by the Academic Board Teaching and Learning Committee; or satisfactory completion on a prior or concurrent basis of an English communication skills program appropriate for specific programs approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor or their nominee, on the joint advice of the relevant Pro Vice-Chancellor-Dean and Director, English Language and International Services.
University of New England (UNE) accepts IELTS*
* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.
Qualification
Diploma
Awarding body
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND
About University of New England (UNE)
University of New England (UNE) , located in the city of Armidale at the heart of the picturesque New England Tableland region of New South Wales, is one of Australia’s oldest universities. UNE offers a wide range of courses, inclusive of on-campus and distance education courses. As a regional university, UNE offers students a unique living and learning experience, and the chance to see the ‘real’ Australia outside a capital city. It is known for its vibrant com read more
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