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Master of Agricultural Sciences

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Agricultural Sciences focuses on sustainable and profitable food and fibre production, preparing graduates to address major sustainability and food supply challenges. Students build expertise across agricultural science and can tailor their degree through one of five specialisations. The course also includes an opportunity to complete a research project or internship to gain practical experience and industry connections.

What you might learn

Students develop advanced knowledge of the fundamental and applied sciences underpinning agriculture, with an emphasis on sustainable production systems. The course aims to build capability to apply science, technology and business thinking to real-world agricultural and food-system problems. Graduates strengthen analytical and professional skills through elective choice and a substantial research or industry-based experience.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across agriculture, food and fibre industries, supporting innovation and sustainability in production systems and supply chains. Career pathways may include agribusiness and farm management, agricultural extension and innovation roles, animal production and welfare, crop and soil advisory roles, and food sustainability positions. The research project or internship supports entry into industry, government, consultancy, or further research-oriented pathways.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$54,976 per year

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Information

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2 years

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March, July

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Parkville

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MC-AGSC

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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