Master of Agriculture (with specialisations)

About the course

Charles Sturt University’s Master of Agriculture (with specialisations) builds advanced capability in agricultural production and food systems, integrating natural resource management with human and economic factors affecting sustainability. You can tailor your study via specialisations in agricultural business management, digital agriculture or sustainable agriculture, supported by strong industry connections and flexible on-campus/online options. This is a Master coursework qualification in agriculture science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue leadership and specialist roles across agriculture in Australia and internationally. Typical pathways include agribusiness manager, agricultural consultant, agricultural extension officer, Landcare or catchment management officer, and precision/extension roles linked to digital and sustainable farming. Opportunities also extend to advisory, policy, advocacy, education and training, rural counselling, agricultural finance and natural resource management. This is a Master coursework pathway in agriculture science.

Living Costs in Wagga Wagga**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 907 - 1,200	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) N/A
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)