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Diploma of Agriculture

Code: AHC50122

Overview

Duration

18 months full time

Duration

1 year

Next Intake

February, July

Next Intake

February, July

The Diploma of Agriculture AHC50122 is not open for direct enrolment. Applicants are required to enrol into the Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 as a dual qualification pathway into the Diploma program. The Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40122 is included in the Victorian government's Free TAFE initiative.

Year 1-: Students will complete the Certificate IV in Agriculture which includes four of the 10 units required for the Diploma of Agriculture.
Year 2-. Students will complete the remaining 6 units for the Diploma of Agriculture qualification.

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 AHC50122, 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 AHC50122 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 Northern Lodge at Eden Park 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 AHC50122 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 the Diploma of Agriculture AHC50122 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 Operator
  • Stock Manager
  • Farm Manager

Study 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 AHC50122.

A young man wearing a beige t-shirt stands in a vineyard smiling at the camera
Melbourne Polytechnic really make sure that you have plenty of career pathways available and they will actively try to get you into the industry.
James Boon
Certificate IV in Agriculture student

Course Details

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
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
AHCLSK510 Develop production plans for livestock Elective 180
AHCSOL508 Manage soils to enhance sustainability Elective 100
AHCWHS503 Manage workplace health and safety processes Core 90
AHCWRK520 Develop workplace policy and procedures for environment and sustainability Core 100

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Fees & Costs

Tuition Fees
Government subsidised fee Non-subsidised fee
Tuition fee $10150 $19850
Maximum annual amenities $250 $250
Total payable $10400 $20100
Per year $16400
Per semester $8200

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 1st of November. 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. 

Check your eligibility here.

The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.

Check your eligibility here.

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
Lists of materials, books and timetables will be provided at course induction or class enrolment by the teaching department. Clothing and footwear for suitable for field activities will also be required.

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The Agricultural Chemical Skill Set has been designed for people who require an understanding of farm chemicals. It is necessary to apply for the Agricultural Chemical Users Permit.
Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology - Agronomy
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VTAC Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time, Part Time - Epping
Agronomy is the study of management in crops and pastures with a focus on sustainability and agricultural production. The world’s agriculture industry faces many challenges in the future with climate change, a growing world population, new technologies and changing resource conditions.
Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology - Viticulture and Winemaking
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VTAC Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time, Part Time - Epping
Our Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology majoring in Viticulture and Winemaking will give you a leading edge in the competitive Australian wine industry.
Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116
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Free Tafe VTAC Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time - Northern Lodge at Eden Park, Epping
Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 will build your leadership potential for a career on the land.
Undergraduate Certificate in Agriculture
Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time - Epping
Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time - Epping
The Undergraduate Certificate in Agriculture is a 6-month program developed to get you career-ready for the agriculture industry.
Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120
Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time - Epping, Northern Lodge at Eden Park
VTAC Agriculture and Conservation - Full Time - Epping, Northern Lodge at Eden Park
With our Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 you can help manage Australia’s natural resources in the long term.
Whole Farm (Property) Planning
Agriculture and Conservation - Short Course - Northern Lodge at Eden Park
Agriculture and Conservation - Short Course - Northern Lodge at Eden Park
Our Whole Farm (Property) Planning short course is designed for people thinking of buying a lifestyle block or larger farm on which Local Government Planning permission is required.

Requirements

The Diploma of Agriculture AHC50122 is not open for direct enrolment. Applicants are required to enrol into the Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 as a dual qualification pathway into the Diploma program. The Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 is included in the Victorian government's Free TAFE initiative.

2023 Year 1-: Students will complete the Certificate IV in Agriculture which includes four of the 10 units required for the Diploma of Agriculture.
2024 Year 2-. Students will complete the remaining 6 units for the Diploma of Agriculture qualification.


Academic: Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116
English: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall, Pearson PTE Academic 50 overall or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency.

Next Steps

The Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116 is not open for direct enrolment. Applicants are required to enrol into the Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 as a dual qualification pathway into the Diploma program. The Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 is included in the Victorian government's Free TAFE initiative.

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

Recognising Organisations

Nationally Recognised Training

Nationally Recognised Training This course is government accredited and has national recognition.

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