Bachelor of Rural Science

About the course

UNE’s Bachelor of Rural Science builds science-based expertise for modern agriculture, preparing you to solve complex problems across enterprises, landscapes and global agricultural systems. You’ll develop practical, “paddock-ready” skills and a whole-of-system view spanning soils, plants and animal production, alongside environmental, social and economic considerations. This is an undergraduate rural science degree focused on sustainable agricultural systems and industry leadership.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across the agricultural sector where scientific and systems thinking are valued. Potential pathways include farm and property management, agronomy and advisory services, natural resource and sustainability roles, work in agribusiness and corporate agriculture, and entry into agricultural research environments. This Bachelor degree supports careers leading and improving sustainable rural and agricultural systems in Australia and beyond. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR: 77.10. Entry is based on recent secondary (ATAR), higher education (GPA), VET study, or work experience.

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)