Agribusiness encompasses the entire food production system from paddock to plate, linking producers with consumers. It addresses global concerns such as food security and challenges to farming systems under a changing climate, shifting markets and increasing consumer awareness.

This course is the only Bachelor of Agribusiness offered in Western Australia. It will introduce you to the scientific and business principles that can be applied to agriculture.

You will gain scientific knowledge to develop an understanding of production systems and to apply problem-solving techniques to management strategies. You’ll be introduced to technologies used in soil, crop and livestock management systems.

You’ll engage in research-led activities, problem-solving and self-directed experiments using our field-trial site and glasshouse facilities.

You’ll work individually and as an integral part of a team, to develop your agribusiness risk and farm management skills. You’ll also have opportunities to develop links with industry experts and undertake field trips to research centres, agronomic field sites and farms.

This course includes a work placement to ensure you graduate with the science, technology and business skills you need for a thriving career in agribusiness. The placement can be with agriculture research, production or business industries locally or globally.

This major can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Advanced Science.

Why study

• There is a strong demand for skilled professionals from ‘paddock to plate’, with job opportunities now greater than the number of available graduates.
• You'll be equipped to help address challenges in domestic and global food and fibre production. Future productivity improvements rely on skilled graduates undertaking high-impact research and who have the ability to adopt new technologies.
• Curtin provides a unique combination of agricultural science and agribusiness with options in spatial science, data analytics, supply chain management and business management.
• You'll have the opportunity to link to world-class research programs, including the GRDC-funded Centre for Crop and Disease Management, post-harvest horticulture, aquaculture management and rehabilitation of degraded land.

How this course will make you industry ready

During the course you can participate in work experience and field tours that enable you to develop networks across the agricultural sectors, engaging with people working in agricultural research, production and management in government and industry.

You'll interact with agribusiness entities such as CSIRO, state government departments of agriculture, agribusiness and financial advisors, agronomy advisors, farmers, consultants, research-trial operators, grain trading and marketing, and Curtin’s GRDC Centre for Crop and Disease Management.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology.

Careers

• Agricultural and resource economist
• Agricultural scientist
• Agronomist
• Biotechnologist
• Farm management and farm consultant
• Grain trader
• Research trials manager
• Soil scientist

Industries

• Agriculture
• Agriculture marketing and supply chain logistics
• Agricultural product supply
• Banking and finance
• Farmer grower groups
• Private farming