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Curtin University

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Master of Science (Agriculture and Food Security)

  • Masters (Coursework)

This course focuses on sustainable agricultural practices and food security, exploring farming systems, emerging technologies, and their role in ensuring a secure food supply globally. Students can specialize in Agricultural Systems or Food Security and undertake a research project in their second year.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
MC-AGFOOD, 107626K
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$46,852 per year / $93,704 total

About this course

Overview

With the world's population expected to hit 9.7 billion by 2050, reliable access to affordable and nutritious food is paramount. Moreover, the agricultural practices used to grow and harvest this food is key to food security.

In this master, you will study the farming systems that are responsible for ensuring a secure food supply both in Australia and globally. You will examine farming systems used around the world, and the science and technology for crop, pasture, livestock and food production, including the role of genetics and management of achieving sustainable production within environmental constraints.

You will also learn how emerging technologies are used for the management of crops and livestock and the role these technologies play in driving sustainability outcomes and strengthening Australia's agriculture and food industries.

In your first year you will choose to major in either Agricultural Systems or Food Security, and in your second year you will undertake a research project relating to your major.

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree in a science field.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

  • Writing: 6.0
  • Speaking: 6.0
  • Reading: 6.0
  • Listening: 6.0
  • Overall band score: 6.0

What you will learn

  • have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of agriculture and food security that extends beyond that is typically associated with the bachelor-level, and that provides a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying ideas, often within a research context
  • can apply their knowledge, understanding, and problem-solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to agriculture and food security
  • can clearly and unambiguously communicate their conclusions, along with the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences
  • can integrate knowledge, handle complexity, and formulate judgements including reflection related to relevant social and ethical responsibilities
  • comprehend and respect that agriculture and food security is an international discipline with varying perspectives as demonstrated in the diversity of opinion identified while undertaking this course
  • have developed the learning skills to allow them to continue to study and practice in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous

Career pathways

Careers

  • Agronomist
  • Agricultural consultant
  • Food security analyst
  • Sustainable agricultural advisor

Industries

  • Agriculture
  • Farming
  • Food security
  • Agricultural technology
  • Agricultural research

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice
  • Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.