This course delivers cutting edge theoretical and practical knowledge for production, postharvest and supply chain of horticultural produce.
It also focuses on the management, supply chain and sustainability issues surrounding the way horticultural produce is gathered, stored, and utilised. Students will be instilled with principles of advanced production technologies, practices, and technology to address key national and global issues in the horticultural industry. Students will undertake a semester-long work placement or project with industry, academics, or external research partners.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience
Reflect critically on a complex body of knowledge and recent global developments in horticultural science, research principles, and methods related to professional practice.
Analyse complex concepts to solve problems in authentic horticultural scenarios.
Communicate innovative contributions to specialist and non-specialist audiences in the field of horticulture.
Initiate, plan and execute a substantial horticulture science focused project.
AUD $39,850 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.