Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies (GDipAgrSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
The Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies is no longer available.
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2014
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5075
Faculty
Teaching Location
Gatton
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related science field OR a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies.
Additional application information
Some courses are also offered in external mode, allowing students to complete the programs in external mode. Courses offered in the external mode may have residential school requirements. It is an expectation that students will have private access to a computer and the internet.
An internal student attends lectures, tutorials and practicals on campus. An external student receives instruction by mail, or via the internet.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 5460 1276 or 1800 642 093 (Freecall)
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5075
Faculty
Teaching Location
Gatton
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related science field OR a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies.
CRICOS Code: 001970G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies?
This program will be replaced with the Master of Agricultural Science (#32). Please refer to the following link for information on this exciting new program Master of Agricultural Science (#32).
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related science field OR a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies.
Additional application information
Some courses are also offered in external mode, allowing students to complete the programs in external mode. Courses offered in the external mode may have residential school requirements. It is an expectation that students will have private access to a computer and the internet.
An internal student attends lectures, tutorials and practicals on campus. An external student receives instruction by mail, or via the internet.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related science field OR a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Studies.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001970G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies
Careers
Graduates find employment as: agricultural advisors, environmental consultants, agricultural researchers (early career), environmental consultants, horticultural specialists, plant breeders, tropical pasture and crop agronomists, and rangeland managers.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
#16 from the MAgrSt list comprising #6 from part A; and the remainder from a combination of courses from part A or part B or both.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
