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Associate Degree in Applied Science (Plant Studies)
- Duration: 2 years full-time (or equivalent part-time)
- Location: Gatton campus
- Delivery mode: This program is generally available both internally and externally
- Prerequisites: Qld Year 12 (recommended subject: English)
- QTAC code: 790 509
- 2007 entry score: OP 20, Rank 57
What is Plant Studies?
Plant Studies deals with the development of sustainable agricultural systems to improve crop productivity and lifestyle (in the case of lifestyle horticulture). Plant Studies seeks to create conditions for enhanced food security and general economic development, while conserving the natural environment. Plant Studies incorporates the study of both Agronomy and Horticulture.
Careers in Plant Studies
Food processing/service industries, Agricultural production, agribusiness firms, Horticultural production, nurseries, floriculture, parks and recreational facilities Associate Degree outline The associate degree specialising in Plant Studies examines efficient and sustainable agricultural production, plant function, pests and diseases, soil and the use of plants to meet the world’s food and fibre needs. Also includes the management of farms and agribusiness enterprises. Learn the way plants function, the pests that attack them and the soil in which they grow. Study the management of horticultural businesses, farms and other agribusiness enterprises. Through practice, gain experience in sustainable long-term production and landscaping management.
Why study an Associate Degree?
- An associate degree is a two-year program which provides full articulation into a bachelor program in a directly related area of study (the previously offered diploma program only provided between 12 and 18 months credit towards a degree).
- The associate degree program may offer the opportunity to gain prerequisite subjects at a University level (ie, Maths, Chemistry and Biology) required for entry into a degree program.
- An associate degree qualification provides a broad-based point of entry to employment, in particular in a range of associate professional occupations.
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