Overview
The Associate Degree in Agribusiness, Undergraduate Certificate in Agriculture and Undergraduate Certificate in Agribusiness are stepping stones for future leaders and managers. This generous support has been set up by Blundstone Australia Pty Ltd and the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania to support students with course costs including the costs associated with attending a series of intensive workshops that will form part of the Associate Degree in Agribusiness.
The University College offered the Associate Degree in Agribusiness for the first time in 2017. This innovative 2-year full time course blends business studies in management, finance, marketing and planning with technical skills in agriculture to develop graduates who are able to apply knowledge of business management in practical agribusiness settings. In 2024 the donor’s contribution was extended to support the Undergraduate Certificate in Agriculture and Undergraduate Certificate in Agribusiness.
Blundstone Australia Pty Ltd is a 100% Tasmanian private company founded in 1870 and is pleased to support the Associate Degree and Undergraduate Certificate.
Eligibility
- Available to both commencing and continuing students undertaking the Associate Degree in Agribusiness, Undergraduate Certificate in Agriculture and Undergraduate Certificate in Agribusiness in Semester 2, 2024.
- Applicants must be Tasmanian residents, and preference will be given to students who can demonstrate they will benefit the most from the Associate Degree and Undergraduate Certificate.
On-going Eligibility
- Achieve a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester
Amount
Up to $4,000 per year. Paid in two instalments of up to $2,000 as soon as possible after census date in each semester. The scholarship is paid as $500 per unit for part-time students.
Duration
Up to two years or equivalent part time
Starting Date
08 May 2024
Closing Date
30 June 2024
Apply
Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.
Application status
Closed
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