Postgraduate Diploma in AgriScience

Institution:        Massey University
Qualification:        Post Graduate Diploma in AgriScience
Length of Programme:    1 year (two semesters)
Commencement:    July 2014

The PostGraduate Diploma in AgriScience programme is offered in Agriculture and Horticulture. It can be made up entirely of taught papers, but it may include a supervised reported research component. It is suitable for people wanting to acquire advanced knowledge and skills; these can be focused in specialised subject areas, but they can also be across a broad range of subjects. Four endorsements are available: Agriculture, Horticulture, Equine, and Life Cycle Management.

The degree comprises papers in a wide range of specialist areas including Advanced Food and AgriBusiness Strategies, Dairy Production, Poultry Production, Sustainable Agricultural Systems, Advanced Farm and Horticultural Management, Advanced Soil Fertility, Integrated Pest Management, and Nutrient Management in Grazed pasture Systems.

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