Bachelor of Agriculture

About the course

Prepare for a successful career tackling the big issues in farming, food production and farming systems. with La Trobe's Bachelor of Agriculture.Build foundational skills and knowledge in plant and animal sciences, agricultural systems, agribusiness, land and soil management, and sustainable agricultural practice. Get a true, practical understanding with real-world case studies that address productivity and sustainability issues locally, nationally and globally. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduate ready for a diverse range of agricultural and farming roles in the public or private sector, including:agribusiness owner or manageragronomistagricultural sales and marketing manageranimal health or welfare officeranimal nutritionistsoil scientistfood auditorgovernment policy adviserbiosecurity officerfood supply chain and logistics coordinatoragricultural research scientist. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)