Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology

Melbourne Polytechnic

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00724G

This program will allow students to combine their interest in Agriculture and Technology and be at the forefront of the industry with this new degree that is offered through Melbourne Polytechnic in partnership with La Trobe University. The program has major studies in: Agribusiness; Agronomy; Aquaculture; and Viticulture and Winemaking.

Structure

Credit points are a basic measure of student workload. All subjects are given a credit point value. Most subjects at Melbourne Polytechnic are 12 credit points. A normal full-time annual workload is 96 credit points. The academic year is divided into two main semesters
full-time students usually enrol in 48 credit points each semester, part-time students usually enrol in 24 credit points each semester or less.

Subjects

Agriculture and technology

Standard entry requirements

Year 12 or equivalent
A study score of at least 20 in English (any)
A VET Diploma in Agriculture or equivalent
Relevant industry experience defined as professional engagement in the Agriculture, Viticulture, Aquaculture or Agribusiness industry for a minimum of two years and demonstrated capacity to undertake work at degree level.

Study information

Campus	Fees	Entry	Mid year intake	Attendance
Epping	Domestic: $10,700 International: $85,440		No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 7 years
Fairfield	Domestic: $10,700 International: $85,440		Yes	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 7 years