Bachelor of Agricultural Science - Plant Science

The University of Sydney

In the Plant Science major, you will build skills and knowledge in plant anatomy, growth and diversity, from the level of genes to organisms to ecosystems and evolution. This fundamental plant biology can be used to evaluate and appraise the critical contribution of plants to the health of society and the planet.When you study Plant Science, you'll be taught by our leading plant scientists, and you will gain a range of unique skills sought out by employers across many biological fields, such as the environmental and agricultural sciences, biotechnology and conservation, and traditional educational and/or research pathways.The Plant Science major differs to and is complementary to the Plant Production major or minor, where the learning outcomes are focussed more on plants in agriculture and the interaction of plants with the environment.Join the exciting world of agriculture by studying in this three year degree that builds your knowledge in four key areas: plant production, animal production, soil science and hydrology, and agribusiness. If you want to help meet the growing demand for efficient food production globally, and learn the latest in agricultural science and technology, including using sensors, robotics and big data analytics, this degree is for you.The Bachelor of Agricultural Science is an ideal course for students who want to acquire a broad and coherent understanding of agricultural science and its role in sustainable production and global food security. You will study a broad range of subjects including introductory agricultural science, biology, animal management, agronomy, agricultural economics and business, agricultural markets, statistics and data analysis, genetics, plant protection, biotechnology and digital agriculture.Alongside these core subjects, you will achieve disciplinary depth by selecting one of eight cognate majors in areas such as agricultural economics, animal production, food science and soil science and hydrology. You will be able to apply your disciplinary expertise to solve problems in inter-disciplinary group project units.This course has cross-cutting knowledge themes of Profitability, Sustainability and Entrepreneurship and Ethical Behaviour and will equip you with the skills required for professional work in the agriculture sector.

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