Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science (GDipAgrSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2025
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5737
Faculty
Teaching Location
Gatton
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 8
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 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 Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability
Email: agriculture@enquire.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1171
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science?
Gain highly valued leadership, research and problem solving skills and set yourself up for career success in the broad fields of agriculture and environment. The Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science is designed for recent graduates in any field, and for established professionals wanting to upgrade their skills. For your one year of full-time studies, you'll select from more than 20 courses, including specialised courses in Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Protection allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals. Graduates demonstrate the ability to apply leadership, research and problem-solving skills to meet the global challenges associated with feeding the world, and maintaining our environment in situations of increasing community expectations of animal welfare, biosecurity concerns, and competition for limited resources. This greatly expands your career prospects into a wide range of government, commercial, community or research-based roles. The Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Science can provide a pathway into the Masters program.