Agricultural and Resource Economist (SA)
Education and Training:
To become an agricultural and resource economist you usually have to study agricultural science, agricultural business management, resource economics or a related degree at university. To get into these courses you usually need to gain your SACE. Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English, mathematics, biology and chemistry are normally required. A number of universities in Australia offer degrees in these areas. Universities have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements or offer external study. Contact the universities you are interested in for more information as requirements may change.
Related Courses:
While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.
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Employment Opportunities:
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) in Canberra is the largest employer of agricultural and resource economists in Australia. Public sector demand mainly arises from the need to replace staff who leave the occupation. There is also a demand for agricultural and resource economists in the private sector, particularly in agribusiness and banking. Many agricultural and resource economists work as consultants, as positions are often part time or seasonal. Job opportunities arise from new technologies and farming practices, and the development of new products.
For Further Information:
Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES)
(02) 6272 2000
www.daff.gov.au/abaresInformation for other states and territories: