Diploma in Agriculture

About this course

The Diploma in Agriculture course offered online or on campus by the University of New England (UNE) provides you with the education and training to launch your agricultural career.

Designed for those wishing to enter the field of agriculture or those seeking to broaden their existing knowledge, this agriculture course will give you skills and training in a wide variety of agricultural sub-disciplines.

Choosing from a range of online coursework programs, your study options include farm and feedlot management, grains production, cotton/wool production, and general agricultural topics like sustainable environments, GIS and animal nutrition.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this course you must have a certificate of the school or equivalent qualification or have related experience.

Areas of study

In this online diploma program, the course work programs you will select from include:

• Animal health and welfare
• Applied animal nutrition
• Cotton production
• Feedlot management
• Meat science and technology
• Poultry production
• Sustainable grains production
• Wool production
• General agriculture

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Finance options

You may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and/or Austudy/Abstudy for this course.

Student support

The University of New England has extensive support systems in place for its distance education students. With a long history in distance education, they understand the unique needs of off-campus students and are ready to help when you have challenges.

You will be able to submit questions to your lecturers by email or phone, participate in online discussions and chat, and attend on-campus intensive schools. UNE’s web-based facilities allow you to submit assignments, order library books or check your grades at any time.

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How will this course advance my career?

You’ll come out of this agriculture diploma with skills and knowledge in all the issues relevant to agriculture, ready to contribute in a wide variety of technical or support roles with the right practical and scientific training. On completion of the diploma students can count their completed units towards the Bachelor of Agriculture if desired.

How else will I benefit from this diploma?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Diploma in Agriculture from the University of New England.
• Available to study online, on campus or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by distance/correspondence means you can study when and where you want, at your own pace.
• Financial assistance available through HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and Austudy/Abstudy.
• Receive career-focused training with practical experience.
• Access to course materials provided, including online units, CD-ROMs, DVDs, textbooks and other reference material.
• Advanced standing may be available for previous studies in this field.

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