Tropical Agriculture (AGRC4054)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2022
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Agriculture Food Sciences Schl
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
2-3 week intensive
Recommended prerequisite
AGRC3050
Restricted
Restricted to students enrolled in the BAgrSc(Hons)(2352) and BAgrSc(Hons)(NEW).
Assessment methods
Progressive Diary entries, final assignment and seminar.
Course enquiries
Work Integrated Learning
Field Experience
Course description
AGRC4054 will not be offered in 2020 due to restrictions on travel and field trips. It is expected the course will return to normal scheduling in 2021.
Tropical Agriculture will introduce students to the intensive tropical agricultural systems of Southeast Asia, and Indonesia in particular. The course involves a 2 week study tour to Gadjah Mada University in Java to become familiar with the diverse array of intensive farming systems and rich cultural heritage. The objective is to familiarize students with the agricultural environment, production systems and resources in Indonesia. Students will be able to reflect on the similarities and differences between agriculture in Indonesia and Australia; and they will gain an appreciation of Indonesian culture and society.
Archived offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2022 (27/06/2022 - 20/08/2022) | Gatton | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2021 (28/06/2021 - 21/08/2021) | Gatton | Internal | Course Profile |