The University of New England
Bachelor of Agriculture
Armidale, New South Wales, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3F
Campus
Armidale (NSW)
Intl. Tuition
A$37,152 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
2027-02-22
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Agriculture at The University of New England in Armidale, New South Wales, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
19,355
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
6.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
88.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Agriculture
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Agriculture topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Agriculture
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Applicants with recent secondary education Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Standard 2. --> Assumed Knowledge: Any 2 units of English and Mathematics Standard 2.
- Recommended studies: Biology and/or Chemistry and Mathematics Advanced.
- Guaranteed ATAR: 70.00 Other applicants Refer to UNE general admission criteria .
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
19,355
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
6%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
88%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
A$111,456
For full 3F