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Introduction to Agriculture

Study an agriculture course to learn agricultural science fundamentals like soil management. Uncover farm business essentials including people management, finances, and planning.

Agribusiness is where the farm and economy intersect. With an agriculture course, and the connections you make with peers and industry professionals, you’ll be well placed to build a career in a growing industry.

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Online agriculture degrees

University of Tasmania

UndergraduateTAS-AGR-ADG

Associate Degree in Agribusiness

Get sustainable and profitable in your agriculture business

Enter the industry with confidence or fast track your path to leadership. Study essential business skills including people management, finances, and planning. Cover the principles of agriculture including crop production and soil management.


100% online

2 years full time or part time equivalent

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Charles Sturt University

UndergraduateCSU-ASC-DEG

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Gain a deep understanding of agricultural systems and challenges

Start with a solid scientific foundation, then specialise with a major like digital agriculture. Use your internship to gain real-world experience and build connections. Study practical agriculture and get ready to shape the future of ag in Australia.


Online & on-campus

4 years full time or part time equivalent

University of Queensland

PostgraduateUOQ-AGR-MAS

Master of Agribusiness

Specialise in more areas of agribusiness management

Take your agricultural knowledge even further with this extended Masters Degree. Explore agribusiness from all angles and become an expert in project appraisals, research and production. Prepare for a range of leadership roles in a high demand industry.


100% online

2 years full time or part time equivalent

Southern Cross University

Explore the future of farming and food production

Learn how to improve farm productivity, build resilience within the agricultural system, and think holistically about ecology. As you grow your understanding of regenerative agriculture, you’ll develop the confidence to advocate alternative practices.


Online & on-campus

6 months full time or part time equivalent

Online agriculture subjects and short courses

University of Tasmania

UndergraduateTAS-ZAB229

Herd and Pasture Management


100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

La Trobe University

UndergraduateLTU-MGT1AGM

Agribusiness Management


100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

University of Tasmania

UndergraduateTAS-ZAB224

Principles of Soil Management


100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

University of Tasmania

UndergraduateTAS-ZAB223

Principles of Crop Production


100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

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