Providing agricultural science education and research

The School of Agricultural Sciences is a leading provider of high quality agricultural science education and research.  

Our courses equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in diverse agricultural industries and make a difference to communities at local, national and international levels.  Our team includes world-leading professionals delivering cutting-edge information and hands-on learning experiences to students in our undergraduate and post-graduate programs.  

We partner with industry to ensure our curriculum is innovative, relevant and develops job-ready graduates equipped to make an immediate impact in their profession. We partner closely with the Murdoch University Research Institutes and Centres so that our students are learning from leading experts delivering cutting edge agricultural science. The close integration of teaching and research at Murdoch University allows our students to participate in projects that address real-world challenges and drive innovation in agriculture. 

Our teaching is informed not just by text books, but by research addressing complex challenges facing modern agriculture and animal health. We focus on agricultural systems and practices that balance economic viability, sustainability and benefits to consumers and the community.  

Our courses are focussed on providing students with hands-on experience complemented with opportunities to engage with industry. Our on-campus farm, veterinary hospital, Research Centres and industry partnerships mean that students at Murdoch are learning with real-world experiences and materials.