Diploma of Agriculture
Overview
Epping
Epping
18 months full time
12 months
February, July
February, July
Grow your career in the agriculture industry
Agriculture in Australia is a $60 billion industry responsible for almost 95% of Australia’s food supply. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116, will teach you specialist skills and industry knowledge that are in high demand across Australia to service this growing industry.
Learn in the field from industry experts
Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116 will train you in vital agricultural business skills and practical techniques, such as budgeting, production planning, climate risk strategies, animal husbandry and long-term crop management. At our fully-equipped Epping campus and Yan Yean working farm training complex, you’ll have the opportunity to work with the latest in agricultural technology. Boasting an expert roster of teachers and industry professionals in sheep and beef production, you'll gain real world, on-farm experience as you study with Victoria’s largest provider of agricultural education.
Reap the rewards of an agricultural qualification
Graduates of Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116 will have an abundance of skills and growing expertise to move into the rural production industry and associated agribusiness enterprises. You may end up in a career as a stock and station agent, a farm manager or the operator of your very own farm.
Career Pathways
Where will this take me
Graduates may enter a wide range of occupations within the rural production industry and associated agribusiness enterprises, such as stock and station agents, farm managers and farm operators- Farm Manager
- Stock Manager
- Farm Operator
Pathways
You may apply for credits in the Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology.Applicants who have completed the Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 have direct access and pathway, with 4 units/6 months credit, to the Diploma in Agriculture AHC50116.
Course Details
Delivery methods
- Blended: remote online delivery and learning
Class Schedule
3 days per week
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods for this course includes observation and written assessment.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Elective | Hours |
| AHCAGB513 | Develop a farm plan | Elective | 120 |
| AHCAGB521 | Select and use agricultural technology | Elective | 100 |
| AHCBAC509 | Plan and manage long-term weed, pest and disease control in crops | Elective | 130 |
| AHCBAC510 | Manage integrated crop and pasture production | Elective | 120 |
| AHCBIO401 | Plan and implement a biosecurity program | Elective | 120 |
| AHCBUS518 | Prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports | Elective | 140 |
| AHCLSK402 | Develop livestock feeding plans | Elective | 140 |
| AHCLSK504 | Develop livestock health and welfare strategies | Elective | 150 |
| AHCLSK510 | Develop production plans for livestock | Elective | 180 |
| AHCSOL508 | Manage soils to enhance sustainability | Elective | 100 |
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Fees & Costs
| Government subsidised fee | Non-subsidised fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $8950 | $17450 |
| Materials fee | $0 | $0 |
| Maximum annual amenities | $250 | $250 |
| Total payable | $9200 | $17700 |
| Per year | $14000 |
| Per semester | $7000 |
| Materials fee | $65 |
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1 November 2021. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
Materials
Lists of required materials, books and timetables will be provided at course induction or class enrolment by the teaching department.Fees explained
The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.
The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.
Additional expenses
The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at forty cents (40 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:
- $250 for full fee-paying students; and
- $175 for concession-paying students studying Certificate I, II, III, or IV.
Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.
You will need:
- PPE - steel capped boots
- Clothing suitable for farm work in a range of environmental conditions
- Access to laptop and internet
These required resources, which can be purchased through the teaching department:
- Sheep AgSkills $15
- Beef AgSkills $15
- Pastures in a farming system AgGuide $20.40
- Fertiliser Essentials $21.60
- AgGuide Property Planning $18
- AgGuide How to Write a Business Plan and Review Farm Performance $15
- Managing and marketing beef $20.40
- AgGuide Marketing agricultural products and services $15
- AgGuide Managing for healthy soils $20.40
- AgGuide Managing weeds $15
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Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this course.Academic: Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116
English: Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band below 5.0, or equivalency.
Next Steps
We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.
The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.
You'll then receive a link to complete a few more personal details.
It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.
Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend our Skills and Job Centre, or come to campus to complete your enrolment in person.
For Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas, you may be eligible for a VET Student Loan. Read more about them here.
If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 1300 635 276 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.
When we receive your application, the International Office will be in contact with you shortly to discuss your application and provide you additional instructions.
If you'd like to speak to one of our International Office staff directly, call 1300 635 276
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