Science (Crop science), Bachelor

La Trobe University's Bachelor of Science provides foundational scientific skills and the flexibility to explore personal interests. Students can tailor their studies with a combination of majors and minors to pursue careers in fields such as wildlife conservation, disease treatment, or climate change mitigation.Under the guidance of leading academics and researchers, students delve deeply into scientific concepts, methodologies, and the ways scientists think, work, and disseminate findings. They build essential skills in problem-solving, communication, and collaboration—attributes highly valued by employers—to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges.

Want to help meet the growing worldwide demand for sustainably produced nutritious food? This is the challenge addressed by crop science: the study and improvement of production of our most important food crops. In this major, you’ll explore the issues set to dominate the future of crop production, including unpredictable water supply, climate change, food security, environmental impacts of agriculture, and the impact of pests, pathogens and advances in biotechnology. Build your knowledge in agronomy, agricultural systems, and sustainable intensification. Learn to advise clients and solve problems to improve crop production, improve profits and sustainability. You’ll develop expertise in plant, land and soil management and understand the science of using plants for food, and how to address issues in plant health and sustainable agriculture. Theory is good, but hands-on experience is even better. This major includes a range of practical learning opportunities in the lab and the field, so you can see first-hand how your skills and knowledge apply in real-world settings. These experiences will give you the opportunity to begin building your network of industry contacts – something you’ll be able to draw on throughout your career.