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Study Agriculture in New Zealand

Agriculture covers the science and business of producing food, fibre and energy – from plant and animal production to soil and water management, agricultural economics and sustainable land use.

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  1. Scholarship

    LA Alexander Agricultural College Trust Board Scholarships

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  2. Scholarship

    James Bull Agricultural Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  3. Scholarship

    Sir John Logan Campbell Agricultural Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  4. Scholarship

    FMG Agricultural Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  6. Scholarship

    Pioneer Agricultural Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Agriculture Science with Honours

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  8. Master

    Master of Commerce (Agricultural)

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  9. Other programmes

    Agriculture and Horticulture

    Open Polytechnic 🇳🇿 Lower Hutt, New Zealand

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  10. Diploma

    Diploma in Agriculture

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  11. Diploma

    Diploma in Agriculture

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  12. Master

    Master of Agricultural Science

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  13. Master

    Master of Management in Agricultural Systems

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  15. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Science

    Lincoln University 🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand

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  16. Scholarship

    Stan Florence Agricultural Industry Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  17. Other programmes

    Rural Women New Zealand Diamond Jubilee Agricultural Tertiary Bursary

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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Study Agriculture in New Zealand – facts and figures

In New Zealand, 3 universities and colleges offer 15 Agriculture programmes: 1 Bachelor, 3 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, Christchurch and Lower Hutt. Institutions with the widest choice: Massey University, Lincoln University and Open Polytechnic.

Degrees in Agriculture

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Agriculture builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Agriculture, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Agriculture programmes?

The directory lists 15 Agriculture programmes at 3 institutions in New Zealand. Popular cities include Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, Christchurch and Lower Hutt.

How long does it take to study Agriculture?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Agriculture programmes in New Zealand?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Massey University, Lincoln University and Open Polytechnic.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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