Master of Agricultural Sciences (Dual Degree)

Ready to shape the future of economical, environmental and socially sustainable food and fibre production? The Master of Agricultural Sciences Dual Degree program will take you there.

Please note this program is only available to international students and requires one year of study at a partner institution in Indonesia.

Explore sustainable and profitable farming practices, tackle global food supply and sustainability challenges, and make an impact with this innovative dual-qualification program. Begin your first year at our partner university in Indonesia, before joining our diverse student cohort and completing your final year at the University of Melbourne's Parkville campus.

You’ll graduate with the Master of Agricultural Sciences from both the University of Melbourne and our Indonesian partner institution.

More about the Master of Agricultural Sciences

Key features

• Dual qualifications. Stand out from the crowd, with two masters qualifications from two highly reputable institutions.
• Global perspective. Learn from leading agricultural researchers and experts across Indonesia and Australia, developing a genuinely global perspective on addressing critical sustainability and food supply challenges.
• Specialised research focus. Choose your area of interest and conduct a research project during your second year at the University of Melbourne, graduating with professional connections and strengthening your CV with meaningful experience.

Why study the dual degree at Melbourne?

• Ready to specialise. Arrive in Melbourne ready to choose your specialisation:  Agribusiness, Animal Science, Crop and Soil Sciences, Food Sustainability, or Agricultural Extension and Innovation. The University of Melbourne is also closely linked to Australia’s agricultural government bodies, offering many opportunities to engage with industry no matter which specialisation you choose.
• Australia’s top facilities. Our centrally-located Parkville campus gives you direct access to social spaces, state-of-the-art laboratories, and collaborative classrooms designed especially for agriculture students.
• Study in the heart of Melbourne. Consistently ranked as one of the world's most liveable cities, Melbourne is safe, vibrant and multicultural. You’ll join our thriving student community, who will also bring their unique perspectives from different backgrounds and experiences.

About the faculty

Visit the School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences to learn more about the school's degrees, research and career planning support.