Diploma of Agriculture (RTE50103)
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Campus: Glenormiston
Study Mode: Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Enquiries: Contact the Course Coordinator on (03) 5557 8200
Email:info@swtafe.vic.edu.au
Study Area: Agriculture and Equine
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Course Description
This course caters for individuals interested in a career in the agriculture sector or for those wishing to further develop their skills and knowledge in agricultural business management.
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Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue careers in production in farm ownership, consultancy and management. The retail and service sectors of agriculture provide considerable opportunities in merchandising, consulting, value adding and sales. This course also leads to the Advanced Diploma of Rural Business Management.
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Course Commencement
February 2010
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Course Length
This course is delivered full-time over 12 months or up to two and a half years part time.
Studying via flexible delivery requires students to be employed within a workplace that supports their training. Documentation will be required from the workplace supervisor for assessment purposes.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent or a minimum of Certificate III in Agriculture. Applicants with industry experience are encouraged to apply.
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Eligibilty and Exemptions to Receive a Government Subsidised Place
To receive a government subsidised place, students who enrol in Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses are subject to meeting eligibility criteria such as age and prior educational history. If applicants do not meet the eligibility criteria then they may still apply for the course, but they will not be entitled to a government subsidised place and will be charged a commercial fee. There will be some exceptional circumstances where applicants will be exempt from meeting the eligibility criteria. Please contact the Customer Service Centre on (03) 5564 8911 for more information with regards to eligibility.
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Course Costs
Please refer to the student handbook available at the Customer Service Centre of each campus or via the website.
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Application Process
To apply for this course the applicant will be required to complete a Course Application Form. These forms are available from the Course Coordinator or our Customer Service Centre (03) 5564 8911. Alternatively you can download the form using the Application button at the top of this brochure. Contact the Course Coordinator for the closing date for this course. Any applications received after this date will be classified as late applications and will only be considered if vacancies still exist or become available at a later date.
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VTAC Applications
VTAC applications are available through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), please refer to www.vtac.edu.au or directly to the Institute.
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How to Enrol
For further information phone Glenormiston College on 03 5557 8200 or email info@swtafe.vic.edu.au
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Credits/Exemptions
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that assesses the individual’s non-accredited training and informal learning to determine the extent to which that individual has achieved the required learning or competency outcomes. RPL is sometimes referred to as Recognition of Current Competence (RCC).
You can undertake a recognition assessment for individual units in most courses offered through South West TAFE. The process requires you to be able to provide evidence of competence.
For information on how to apply, read our RPL Procedure available at www.swtafe.vic.edu.au/students or contact your Course Coordinator.
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Students with Disabilities
Assistance is available for students with disabilities. Further information can be obtained from the Disability Liaison Officer on (03) 5564 8964. Appointments can be made through reception.
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Contact Details
Contact the Course Coordinator on (03) 5557 8200 or email info@swtafe.vic.edu.au
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