Bachelor of Agribusiness and Master of Agricultural Economics

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

About Bachelor of Agribusiness and Master of Agricultural Economics

By completing this Combined Bachelor's and Master's course you will graduate with both a Bachelor of Agribusiness and a Master of Agricultural Economics.

In your first three years you will complete the Agricultural Science and Agribusiness (Extended Major)where you will learn both the agricultural science and fundamental business, managerial and economic knowledge and skills necessary to address the scientific and managerial challenges in food systems and value chains, followed by a semester of postgraduate study.

You will then complete a final year of postgraduate study in the Master of Agricultural Economics. The master's component of the course will give you an appreciation of key elements of agricultural economics, with the overall course emphasis on the application of theory to real world circumstances. The core themes of the course are - applied economic analysis, policy analysis, and agribusiness management and analysis.


If you decide not to continue in the CBM you can exit after three years with a Bachelor of Agribusiness (Advanced). Note that the Advanced Bachelor Degree is available only as a CBM exit award. It is not offered for direct enrolment and is not awarded on completion of the CBM.

This Combined Bachelor and Master (CBM) is a four-year accelerated program for those with an ATAR of 90 or above. Over the first three years you'll complete an extended major in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness, and some units from the Master of Agricultural Economics. You can then choose to exit after three years with an Advanced Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness, or continue with the Master of Agricultural Economics and be awarded a Bachelor of Agribusiness and a Master of Agricultural Economics at the end of the four years.

Why study this course?

  • Gain the professional skills and knowledge expertise to understand the economic and societal conditions as well as the biological and physical factors that shape global agricultural production
  • The master’s degree offers both technical and applied economics training across areas that are immediately relevant to careers in economic consulting, agribusiness, government and non-governmental organisations
  • UWA has built strong links with industries and professional networks to increase your career opportunities upon graduation 

Entry Requirements

At The University of Western Australia (UWA), we understand that the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma focuses on inquiry, intercultural understanding and creativity. Given the rigorous, integrated nature of the IB curriculum, IB students are well prepared for university and will already be on an educational pathway consistent with UWA’s educational principles.

Our innovative course structure is based on a comprehensive international model and is wide-ranging and flexible, allowing you to be creative in choosing your pathway to success. You can choose from more than 65 course majors and will undertake units which have a global or cultural focus, such as a language or a Student Exchange or Study Abroad program. This ensures that just like the IB program, a degree from UWA equips you with a global outlook as well as critical analytical skills.

In addition to the career benefits of a UWA degree, you’ll enjoy an outstanding student experience. Our picturesque campus is located on the Swan River near Perth’s CBD, and we have more than 125 societies and clubs for you to choose from, ensuring you can enjoy a vibrant social, cultural and sporting life as a UWA student.

We believe it is important to accurately reflect IB scores in UWA admissions standards and have made significant adjustments to reflect the IB curriculum including students’ study of a second language and standard or higher-level mathematics. We welcome all applicants who have completed the IB program and who meet the following requirements:

  • Satisfy the University’s English language competence requirement by satisfactory performance in English language subjects (English A1 at HL or SL - Minimum score 4; English A2 at HL or SL - Minimum score 4; or English B at HL - Minimum score 5).
  • Achieve a sufficient number of International Baccalaureate Diploma points to be offered a place.
  • Satisfy any prerequisite subject requirements for your chosen course and major.

English Program Requirements

Qualification through WACE, TEE or equivalentPass in English, English Literature, or English as a Second Language

GCE O-level (GCSE and IGCSE)Minimum grade C / C6 in English, English Language, English (First Language) or English Literature.
Minimum grade A in IGCSE English as a Second Language, with grade 1(One) in Oral/Aural Communication.
Must be endorsed by CIE, OCR, Edexcel, AQA or other UK authority (independent and school-assessed O-levels are not sufficient).

TOEFL (paper-based)570 with a Test of Written English (TWE) of no less than 4.5
Scholarship applicants require 580, with 45 in the Test of Spoken English (TSE) and 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE)

IBT TOEFL (Internet-based test score)82 with 22 for writing, 20 for speaking, 20 for listening, and 18 for reading

IELTS (Academic)6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in EnglishC pass

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced EnglishB grade

CELT Bridging CourseOverall score of 70% with a minimum of 65% for each section
Law School requires an overall score of 80% with a minimum of 80% for reading and writing, and a minimum of 75% for speaking and listening.
Graduate School of Education requires an overall score of 75% with a minimum of 70% in reading and writing.
Dental School requires an overall score of 75% with a minimum of 70% in reading and writing.
UWA Business School requires an overall score of 70% with a minimum of 70% in reading and writing.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) (Academic)Overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 64 in the Reading and Writing sections,
59 in the Speaking section and 54 in the Listening section.
Law School requires an overall score of 70 with a minimum score of 70 in each section.

OtherOther qualifications assessed on an individual basis

English Requirements

  • Min PTE: 64
  • Min IELTS: 6.5
  • Min TOEFL: 82

Career

As the demand for food, fibre and natural resources keeps growing and the challenge for a more sustainable production is increasing, the need for Agricultural Economists will give our graduates exciting opportunities.

Career options include:

  • Consulting
  • Agribusiness
  • Grain marketing and grains trading
  • Economic advice agencies
  • Banking
  • Insurance and risk management
  • Development agencies
  • Government and non-governmental organisations in developed or developing countries
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Course Summary

Study level

Undergraduate

Discipline

Applied and Pure Sciences

Cricos

102873B

Duration

4 years

Study mode

On Campus

Fee*

A$162,800 per year
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