Course overview
Agribusiness links agricultural producers with consumers, encompassing the entire food production system from paddock to plate.
Agribusiness also has a key role in addressing global challenges such as food security and farming systems under fluctuating markets, changing climates and shifting consumer demands.
In this course, you’ll gain the skills to address agricultural concerns such as food security, farming systems, climate challenges and changing markets.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Agricultural and resource economist
- Agronomist
- Farming consultant
- Farm manager
- Soil scientist
- Research trials manager
- Biotechnologist
- Grain trader
Industries
- Agriculture and precision agriculture
- Agriculture marketing
- Agricultural supply-chain logistics
- Agricultural product supply
- Agronomy services
- Banking and finance
- Consultancy
- Farmer grower groups
- Farming
- Agricultural research
Professional accreditation and recognition
Graduates may be eligible to commence the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science's professional development for Certified Practising Agriculturalist.
Why study at Curtin?
Get the Curtin edge
This course is unique in Western Australia, combining agricultural science and agribusiness with options in spatial science, data analytics, supply-chain management and business management.
Get the Curtin edge
Engage with world-class research programs in crop and disease management, post-harvest horticulture, aquaculture management and land rehabilitation.
Industry links
Gain industry knowledge while studying, through field experiments, field trips and work placements.
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Other study options
You can further your studies by building advanced research expertise through honours or postgraduate qualifications.
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Course structure
What you’ll learn
In this course, you'll gain the scientific knowledge and business principles of agriculture and production system – including soil, crop and livestock management technologies.
Working individually and in teams, you'll learn how to apply problem-solving techniques to management strategies, and develop agribusiness risk management and farm management skills.
At Curtin’s field trial site and glasshouse facility, you’ll engage in research-led activities and self-directed experiments. You’ll also be introduced to satellite-based technologies used in precision agriculture for crop, pasture and livestock management systems.
In addition, you’ll complete 60 days of work experience with an agriculture research, production or business organisation in Australia or internationally.
Work-integrated learning
During your studies, you’ll engage with industry experts and undertake field trips to research centres, agronomic field sites and farms. You'll engage with the Centre for Crop and Disease Management; CSIRO; government departments of agriculture; agribusiness, agronomy and financial advisors; research-trial operators; farmers and grain traders.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Entry requirements
To study this course, you must meet the entry criteria:
- course ATAR, or equivalent, demonstrated via an accepted entry pathway
- any course-specific requirements
- English language requirement.
Guaranteed entry
If you achieve the guaranteed ATAR/selection rank for this course and meet all other entry requirements, you’re guaranteed a place in this course.
Entry pathways
There are different ways to meet our academic entry requirements. Choose the option that best suits the highest level of education that you’ve achieved.
Curious how students entered this course? See the entry pathways other students have taken.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Study credit and support
You may be able to receive study credit or support based on your previous experience or personal circumstances.
Get credit towards your degree
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook.
Special consideration
If your studies were affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may be eligible for special consideration when applying to Curtin. This process is available to new applicants only and allows your application to be assessed in light of those circumstances.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2026 Domestic indicative fees
*The indicative first-year fee is based on a standard full-time study load of 200 credit points.
This fee is a guide only. Your total fee may vary depending on the units you choose, your study load or if your course includes additional requirements. For more information on fees, see other fees and charges.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
Check entry requirements
Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
The documents you need may vary depending on your course and application pathway.
Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
I’m in year 12 or applying for Medicine
If you’re in year 12 or recently finished high school, you’ll need to apply through TISC.
You’ll apply through TISC no matter what you studied in high school, whether that was:
- ATAR
- General subjects
- Certificate IV
- or completing UniReady in Schools program.
TISC has different application dates to Curtin. Visit the TISC website for all important dates, including application deadlines.
I have finished high school
If you’re not a current year 12 student or recent graduate, you’re considered a non school leaver and you’ll apply directly to Curtin.
The only exception is Medicine, which must be applied for through TISC.
You’ll apply directly to Curtin if you are:
- a high school graduate who finished school last year or earlier
- transferring from another university
- returning to study or using your professional experience to qualify
- progressing from a VET or TAFE qualification or bridging program
- a current Curtin student changing courses or campuses.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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