Honours Program - Agricultural Science

Intended learning outcomes

Students who have completed the Agricultural Science Honours program should have acquired:

• A “system-thinking” approach to agricultural production and land management, including an understanding of the structures of agriculture-related industries; the principle factors that determine their location, environmental impact, sustainability, profitability and international trade competitiveness; and the biophysical, economic and social factors that affect production systems
• Appropriate knowledge and the ability to critically evaluate knowledge gained from a range of scientific, economic and social sources; The ability to disseminate scientific and industry information
• Skills to effectively analyse, and scientifically evaluate agricultural problems and reach appropriate solutions
• Effective communication skills in a variety of media
• An understanding of the research methodologies necessary to design and interpret experiments
• A commitment to the highest standards of academic and intellectual integrity befitting their professional standing