This course is aimed at students who wish to build their knowledge and skills-base to address the complexities of developing, deploying and managing technology for the agriculture sector. With a focus on design, numeracy and technology, students will be committed and engaged with  farming and food production, and  specifically with technology, to enhance efficiency, sustainability and reliability. Technologies of interest range from computer systems, networks, data  management  and sensors, through machinery systems to precision agriculture.

A PWE placement takes place in third year and may be taken internationally. There are opportunities to study abroad for one trimester in third year. Possibilities include:

• University of California, USA
• University of Queensland, Australia
• Michigan State University, USA
• Kansas State University, USA
• Purdue University, USA

Graduates will find rewarding and challenging employment in agri-food industries, including: Production Agriculture, Environmental Protection, Consulting, Equipment Manufacturing and Agri-Tech.