The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture develops your knowledge and skills across agricultural and natural systems, agribusiness and the humanities.

Practical and contemporary program

This course focuses on major issues and viewpoints confronting industrialised agriculture and society in relation to conservation of the environment and sustainable development. It also develops your understanding of natural ecosystems and how that knowledge can be applied to agricultural ecosystems.

Personalised learning

You can work your way through the Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master of Sustainable Agriculture, At each level you’ll receive credit for the subjects completed in the previous course. You can chose from a wide range of elective subjects to meet your interests, including /rural management, irrigation and water resource management, cropping systems management, and extension and capacity building.

Study flexibility

Charles Sturt University's study options provide you with choices about when, where and how you learn. You can study at your own pace, completing between one and four subjects a session, or choose to study a limited range of subjects during Session 3 (November to February) to speed up your progress through the course.

A vibrant community

Charles Sturt University is the largest provider of agricultural, horticultural and wine science education supporting rural industries in Australia. Our industry links ensure your course is relevant and topical, you gain the expertise to make an impact in your profession, and you learn from academics renowned for their expertise in Australia and internationally.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Pathway to Master of Sustainable Agriculture

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Students are eligible for the Ag Institute 1st Year Graduate or Ag Institute 2nd Year Graduate membership to the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology.

Graduated students are eligible for full membership to the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology.