Minerals Institute of Western Australia

Agricultural Scientist

Agricultural Scientists work in the field, in laboratories and in nurseries. They:

• study and develop new and improved methods of growing pastures, vegetation and crops;
• undertake environmental studies designed to minimise adverse impact of mining activity;
• assist with environmental rehabilitation programs.

Related Jobs:

REQUIRING A DEGREE

Environmental engineer
Biological scientist
Microbiologist

REQUIRING A DIPLOMA/TRADE CERTIFICATE

Agricultural technical officer
Laboratory worker

REQUIRING TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

Field assistant
Secretary

Education and Training:

NSW
Diploma Courses
University Of Western Sydney - Hawkesbury Campus

Degree Courses
University Of Western Sydney - Hawkesbury Campus
Charles Sturt University - Wagga Wagga Campus
University of New England
University of New South Wales University of Sydney

NT
Degree Courses
University of Adelaide

QLD 
Degree Courses
University of Queensland - St Lucia Campus and Gatton College
 

SA
Degree Courses
University of Adelaide - North Terrace, Roseworthy and Waite Campuses

TAS 
Degree Courses
University of Tasmania - Hobart Campus

VIC 
Degree Courses
La Trobe University - Bundoora Campus
University of Melbourne - various campuses
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology- City Campus

WA
University of Western Australia