Bachelor of Natural Science (Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security)

By 2050 global food demand is forecast to be 70% greater than current demand. This increase must be achieved from a degraded natural resource base and with a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. To effectively address these issues will require a fundamental shift in the way we view and manage the environment, agriculture, food and health. 

Interconnections between food security and agriculture, social stability, health, plants and animals, and the environment will be emphasised. Students will gain critical thinking skills and the ability to contribute innovative solutions to the complex challenge of future sustainable agriculture and food security. 

Part time-study is only available to local students and is generally completed by day classes as there are limited night classes.

Practical Experience

In your final year of study, you will undertake a real world project for a professional client. The project will provide you with first-hand professional experience in project management and problem solving.

A Career in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

Examples include employment in a diverse range of agriculture and food related organisations, in natural resource management, agricultural production, food security, public health and nutrition, and community development. The breadth and interdisciplinarity of the degree will prepare you for roles in policy, communication, planning, and implementing programs across a broad domain depending on the subjects chosen.

Graduates can find employment in corporations or environmental consulting companies, working in government agencies both federal and state advising on agriculture, food and sustainability-related issues, in local government in both urban and rural areas, and in non-government organisations (NGOs) working both nationally and internationally.

After a subsequent Honours year, and possibly a PhD, you may conduct research in:

»» private industry
»» universities
»» national and international scientific organisations.

How to Apply

All domestic applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the Apply Now pages.

All international applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made via the International Student Admission Application form. Step by step instructions are available on the International Admissions pages.