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CAREERS FOR CHANGE Agriculture and Horticulture 2018
BE PART OF THE GENERATION THAT
WILL MAKE A CHANGE.
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Our Mission The University has a mission to help: feed the world, protect the future, and live well.. It is predicted that by 2050 the world’s population will reach 9.2 billion people: this will create challenges that need solutions. As the population grows, food supply and production will become key. So will sustaining the environment for future generations. As these two, potentially conflicting, concepts become increasingly pressing we will also want to be living well on our planet. Lincoln University is a uniquely and deliberately specialised university finding solutions for these challenges. To achieve our mission, Lincoln is positioned to work alongside industry, the community, and people from around the globe. The University’s qualifications range from certificate level through to PhD – and our teaching and research covers all activity associated with the land-based sectors to meet the needs of not only New Zealand but also the world. Lincoln students come from all over New Zealand and from more than 60 countries around the world. Once studies are completed, Lincoln graduates can be found around the globe making a difference.
KIA ORA
and WELCOME
Whether you’re starting tertiary study how to achieve your career goals. Talk to people
who have studied the subject you are interested
for the first time, or want to add
in, or who are working in the field or job you are
to your educational achievements, thinking about, to get a realistic picture of what it
it's important to choose the right will be like. Decide on the sort of job and lifestyle
course of study and the ideal tertiary you want first, then work out the best programme
of study to make you employable in your chosen
institution.
field.
Focusing on what you enjoy is a good place to start
Lincoln University offers a diverse range of
when deciding what to study. Think about what
programmes which prepare students for the
really interests you and why. What skills do you
demands of today’s world. Course theory is
already have that you can build on? What type of job
underpinned by a practical focus which gives
would suit your personality? Are there a number of
students valuable real-world skills and experience.
courses which match your preferences and skill set?
Our graduates move into the workplace with the
Once you’ve thought about what you'd like to study, knowledge and proficiency to be successful in a huge
speak with friends and family who know you well variety of careers all over New Zealand and beyond.
to gain perspective and narrow down your choices.
Then talk to a careers advisor who can give you
more information about various qualifications and
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Lincoln
campus
CAMPUS SIZE
The Lincoln University
Te Waihora campus is
located in the South Island.
Te Waihora campus 58ha
GREEN SPACE
(Lincoln, Canterbury)
Situated on 58 hectares of green space, TE WAIHORA CAMPUS
the University offers a modern teaching
environment in a beautiful setting.
Services include a comprehensive library,
IT labs, free car parking, a large dining
hall and function centre, a café and bar,
a printery, a travel agency, and excellent
sporting facilities.
With a student population of 4000,
from over 60 different countries, Lincoln
University is an easy place to make friends.
On-campus accommodation is home to
around 600 students during the University
year, including catered halls of residence, NEW ZEALAND
self-catered residential halls and student
housing. For those living off-campus,
there are regular bus services to and from Auckland
central Christchurch.
NORTH
Find out more: www.lincoln.ac.nz ISLAND
SOUTH Wellington
ISLAND
Christchurch
Lincoln University
Te Waihora campus
Dunedin
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Why study agriculture
and horticulture?
Lincoln University is ranked in the top 51-
100 in the field of agriculture and forestry,
by QS world university rankings.
Primary production is at the foundation of our Studying at Lincoln University means you will be
national economy. Seventy percent of learning from some of the best researchers and
New Zealand’s merchandise export revenue is lecturers in the field and accessing the most
from the primary sector, and that number is up-to-date industry knowledge. We use real-world
growing. Land-based sectors employ around 20% examples and practical experiences to equip our
of the New Zealand workforce. graduates with the knowledge, skills and values
to make a difference in jobs across all areas of
However, of the 22,500 students who graduate
agricultural and horticultural production and
each year from the tertiary education system in
related industries. Students also develop time
New Zealand, only 300 have degrees in agriculture,
management, communication and IT skills, which
horticulture and dedicated environmental
are fundamental in any workplace.
management. That’s just over 1%, meaning
demand for those graduates well exceeds supply.
Feedback from the industry is overwhelming: “We
need more graduates.” This book outlines undergraduate options
Agriculture and horticulture study covers a wide in the fields of agriculture and horticulture,
range of disciplines including biology, chemistry, and some of the pathways that our
plant science, animal science and soil science, but graduates have taken to get them where
can also incorporate management, economics and they are today. It is designed to show you
food science, enabling you to cultivate a rewarding the pathways and opportunities available,
career based on your strengths and areas of and assist you in making the right choice
interest. Career opportunities are wide-ranging, for your future. To see the full range of
from farm and horticultural consultancy, farm qualifications on offer, visit:
management and property management, through www.lincoln.ac.nz
to rural banking and valuation, agribusiness, and
the fertiliser, seed and livestock industries.
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What are your choices?
Depending on interests, time, and current qualifications, you
can choose from the University’s undergraduate diplomas,
degree programmes, or postgraduate courses.
Programmes on offer for agriculture and horticulture studies:
Agribusiness and Food Marketing B
Agriculture D B
Agricultural Science B H PG M PhD
Commerce (Agriculture) B H PG M PhD
Farm Management D
Horticultural Management D
Horticultural Science PG M PhD
Horticulture D
Viticulture and Oenology D H PG
Note: Qualifications change from time to time. If you
don’t see the programme you are interested in, please
contact Student Liaison on 0800 10 60 10.
D Diplomas H Honours degrees
These are one-year programmes that focus on particular Honours degrees allow those with excellent academic
areas of interest. results to complete a fourth year of study on completion
of their bachelor’s degree.
B Bachelor's degrees
In most cases, a bachelor’s degree allows you to follow a PG Postgraduate and graduate certificates and diplomas
specific career path, mixing optional subjects with papers Postgraduate qualifications allow you to transfer from
that are core requirements. another area of study to gain skills in an area of interest,
or build on the bachelor’s degree or equivalent you have
Undergraduate qualifications usually commence
already gained.
in semester one (February), but it is often possible
to start in semester two (July), depending on the
M Master's degrees
qualification.
Master's degrees enable you to develop a thesis in a
Lincoln University also offers a wide range of single or chosen area or undertake taught qualifications. They are
multi-disciplinary further study or research opportunities the highest pre-doctorate qualification.
for those looking for postgraduate qualifications. Please
view the Postgraduate prospectus or visit: PhD Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
www.lincoln.ac.nz PhDs are available in most of the postgraduate
disciplines offered. This is a further three years’ study
and a thesis on top of a Master’s or Honours degree.
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Best preparation for agriculture
and horticulture studies
If you are still at school, we highly recommend that you take subjects relevant to the
course of study you want to pursue at university.
The table below outlines the school subjects you should consider studying if you are
thinking of pursuing the qualifications listed. It is also a good way of finding out what
you might want to study at university if you are unsure.
P.E/OUTDOOR ED
SOCIAL STUDIES
HORTICULTURE
MĀORI/TE REO
AGRICULTURE/
ART/HISTORY/
GEOGRAPHY/
ACCOUNTING
COMPUTING
ECONOMICS
CHEMISTRY
GRAPHICS/
STATISTICS
TOURISM
CLASSICS
BIOLOGY
ENGLISH
PHYSICS
MATHS/
DESIGN
BACHELOR OF AGRIBUSINESS AND
FOOD MARKETING
BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURE
BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURAL
SCIENCE
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
(AGRICULTURE)
BACHELOR OF VITICULTURE AND
OENOLOGY
DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE
DIPLOMA IN HORTICULTURE
Recommended subjects. Useful subjects.
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Lincoln University
and climate change
Our commitment to sustainability and climate If the global challenges of feeding the world,
change issues is apparent in our teaching and protecting the future and living well mean
research. We carry out cutting-edge research something to you, or if climate change is on your
involving climate change, seeking answers to radar, then you have found the university for you.
questions about adaptation and evolution in
changing environments and how to mitigate
the impact of agriculture on the planet.
The details
Here is just a quick snapshot of our world-leading climate change research and educational initiatives, from detailed
scientific studies on the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, to alternative fuels and climate-resilient tourism.
1. We are a partner in the NZ Agricultural Greenhouse 5. Climate change has the potential to both increase
Gas Research Centre (NZAGRC), a partnership New Zealand’s attractiveness to tourists and
between leading New Zealand research providers undermine some of its core attractions. Lincoln is
working in the agricultural greenhouse gas area. involved in research projects that focus on protecting
http://www.nzagrc.org.nz/nitrous-oxide.html and growing the tourism industry and developing
2. We host the National Centre for Nitrous Oxide adaptation strategies.
Measurement, part of the NZAGRC. The Centre can
6. We have established a nationwide Global Challenges
process more than 1000 nitrous oxide samples a day,
making it one of the best specialist facilities of its Programme and Scholarships in response to
type in the world. challenges facing the planet today, including climate
change, food production and security, depleting
3. We contribute to the Global Research Alliance on
resources, urban sprawl, the loss of biodiversity, and
Agricultural Greenhouse Gases, which has 46 member
pollution.
countries. The Alliance focuses on the research,
development and extension of technologies and 7. Our academic staff are actively involved in teaching,
practices to grow more food (and more climate- researching and publication around climate change
resilient food systems) without growing greenhouse issues, as well as being involved on committees and
gas emissions.
boards dedicated to exploring climate change.
http://globalresearchalliance.org/about/
8. We co-host the Waterways Centre (with the University
4. We are also involved in reducing greenhouse gas
emissions on the farm by exploring the possibility of Canterbury), dedicated to improving New Zealand’s
of renewable fuel. The latest excitement is over waterways. Lincoln University undertakes extensive
Japanese grass Miscanthus x giganteus. http:// research on Banks Peninsula and elsewhere with
bioprotection.org.nz/news/can-farmers-help- respect to species conservation, and we host New
address-climate-change Zealand’s only Bio-Protection Research Centre.
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Our
programmes
10 Bachelor of Agribusiness and Our bachelor degrees include two
Food Marketing LINC courses. Common to all our
degrees, these give students a broad
12 Bachelor of Agriculture global understanding of issues
impacting the future of the planet, as
14 Bachelor of Agricultural Science well as core learning skills necessary
for university study.
16 Bachelor of Commerce
(Agriculture) LINC 101
Land, People and Economies
18 Bachelor of Viticulture and An introduction to the many perspectives
involved in the use, management and
Oenology
stewardship of land, underpinned by the
consideration of land as a resource, and
20 Diploma in Agriculture the conflicts and tensions over land use
and ownership. Includes a range of topical
22 Diploma in Farm Management issues.
24 Diploma in Horticulture LINC 201
Sustainable Futures
26 Diploma in Horticultural An advanced discussion on sustainability
Management issues in a global framework. This
interdisciplinary course focuses on global
sustainability with reference to social,
environmental, cultural and economic
aspects of sustainability.BACHELOR OF
Agribusiness and
Food Marketing
www.lincoln.ac.nz/BAFM
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
3
Years
1 2
Lincoln’s Bachelor of Recommended preparation:
Agribusiness and Food
Having an interest and understanding of New Zealand’s
Marketing will equip students agribusiness and the food industry is an advantage.
with a sound applied knowledge
of core business concepts
and the unique commercial Programme structure:
considerations of the multi- • Pass at least 360 credits (24 courses)
• Pass all compulsory courses
billion dollar primary production
• Complete no more than 165 credits (11 courses) at
industry. 100-level
A rapidly-growing global population and • Complete at least 75 credits (5 courses) at 300-level
finite resources require a savvy approach • Complete all practical work requirements.
to the business of food production and
food marketing. However, the increasing
sophistication and purchasing power of
Practical work:
consumers throughout the world means an 18 weeks in total; working in areas of the food
increasing demand for a diverse range of high- industry including production systems (horticultural
quality products. Students will gain a contextual and agricultural), adding value to primary products or
understanding of the global agribusiness and marketing.
food marketing sectors to meet this demand.
Career outcomes:
Entry requirements: Studying Agribusiness and Food Marketing at Lincoln
University opens up a world of opportunities. Graduates
• University Entrance through NCEA, or an
are employable along the agrifood value chain in areas
approved equivalent qualification.
such as product sales, customer service, marketing and
• If English is not your first language, other communications, new product innovation, logistics and
entry requirements will apply. supply chain management, business development, as well
Refer to www.lincoln.ac.nz for more as quality and supply management.
information.
10FACT
70%
OF NZ’S MERCHANDISE EXPORT
REVENUE COMES FROM THE
PRIMARY SECTOR
Agribusiness accounts for 70% of New Zealand exports
and is the focus of our largest businesses such as Fonterra,
Zespri, Silver Fern Farms and ANZCO Foods, along with
many smaller innovative food businesses. Industries
looking for Agribusiness and Food Marketing graduates
include dairy, meat, wine, horticulture and cereals, and
processed food and beverage companies.
Programme content
Content can include topics such as:
• Land, People and Economies
• Research and Analytical Skills
• The Global Business Environment
• Transforming Data into Information >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Financial Information for Business
• Introduction to Commercial Law
• Food Quality and Consumer Acceptance Nic Lees
• Global Food Systems Course Advisor
• Sustainable Futures E: nic.lees@lincoln.ac.nz
• Processing Food for Consumers P: 03 423 0275
• The Agribusiness Environment
• Logistics Management Barbara Nicholson
• Food Product Innovation and Quality Practical Work Coordinator
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
• Agribusiness Strategic Management
P: 03 423 0061
• Integrated Agribusiness and Food Marketing
Strategy
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
• Marketing Analytics and Research
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
• Marketing of New Zealand Products and Services P: 0800 10 60 10
• Supply Chain Management. 03 423 0000
11BACHELOR OF
Agriculture
www.lincoln.ac.nz/BAg
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
3
Years
1 2
Lincoln University’s Bachelor Entry requirements:
of Agriculture uses real-
• University Entrance through NCEA, or an approved
world examples and practical equivalent qualification.
experiences to produce • If English is not your first language, other entry
graduates who can make a requirements will apply.
difference in jobs across all Refer to www.lincoln.ac.nz for more information.
areas of agricultural production
and related industries. New
Zealand is a world leader Recommended preparation:
in agriculture and it is not Proficiency in maths, english, biology and chemistry would
be an advantage.
by chance that, for over 139
years, Lincoln University has
been training world-leading Programme requirements:
agricultural specialists. • Pass at least 360 credits (24 courses)
• Pass all compulsory courses
This degree is structured around courses in four
• Complete no more than 165 credits (11 courses) at
key disciplines: plant science, animal science,
100-level
soil science and farm management.
• Complete at least 75 credits (5 courses) at 300-level
• Complete all practical work requirements.
Practical work:
28 weeks in total:
• One dairy farm (minimum 10 weeks, maximum 14
weeks)
• One sheep/beef farm (minimum 10 weeks, maximum
14 weeks).
Any time remaining can be spent on a different type of
farm or in an allied industry of your choice.
12AGRICULTURE
$19 billion pa
AGRICULTURE (PASTURAL)
1/2 OF ALL NZ PRIMARY EXPORTS
Career outcomes:
The career opportunities for a Bachelor of Agriculture
graduate are wide-ranging, from working in the primary
sector to consultancy, depending on your choice of
courses and areas of interest. Some examples of
graduate roles include soil consultants, farm managers,
agronomists, researchers, and environmental advisors.
Programme content
Content can include topics such as:
• Animal Science
• Land, People and Economies
• Research and Analytical Skills >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Primary Industry Systems
• Chemistry
• Plant Science Leo Condron
• Soil Science Course Advisor
• Livestock Production Science E: leo.condron@lincoln.ac.nz
• Sustainable Futures P: 03 423 0777
• Principles of Farm Management
• Plant Production Systems Barbara Nicholson
• Biometrics Practical Work Coordinator
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
• Soil Management.
P: 03 423 0061
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
13BACHELOR OF
Agricultural
Science
www.lincoln.ac.nz/BAgSci
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
4
Years
1 2
Agricultural production is Entry requirements:
critical to feeding the world’s
• University Entrance through NCEA, or an approved
population. Lincoln University’s
equivalent qualification.
Bachelor of Agricultural
• If English is not your first language, other entry
Science (BAgSci) addresses
requirements will apply.
the demands for farmers and
Refer to www.lincoln.ac.nz for more information.
primary producers to meet the
requirements of international
markets, including the Recommended preparation:
European Union’s expectation Proficiency in maths, english, biology and chemistry would
for food to be traceable from be an advantage.
paddock to plate.
Lincoln University has played a fundamental role Programme requirements:
in training managers, researchers, consultants • Pass at least 480 credits (32 courses)
and employees within the agricultural sector • Pass all compulsory courses
for nearly 140 years. Our graduates have a • Complete no more than 165 credits (11 courses) at
reputation for hitting the ground running 100-level
because our qualifications are applied and • Complete at least 150 credits (10 courses) at 300-level
relevant. Practical examples are integrated into • Complete all practical work requirements.
the teaching programmes through case studies,
field trips and tours. Students must also do a
period of industry-based work experience as a
Practical work:
requirement of the agriculture programmes. 28 weeks in total:
• One dairy farm (minimum 10 weeks, maximum
The Bachelor of Agricultural Science can be
14 weeks)
awarded with Honours. This pathway is open
• One sheep/beef farm (minimum 10 weeks,
to students who have completed their sixth
maximum 14 weeks).
semester (normally third year) of study and
passed all courses to a sufficiently high standard Any time remaining can be spent on a different type of
(B average in last two years of study). farm or in an allied industry of your choice.
14Career outcomes:
The BAgSci is a flagship degree recognised by industry,
and traditionally offers pathways into consultancy,
research, technical roles and farm management.
Demand for graduates has been very strong in recent
years and graduates can choose from a wide range of
options across traditional science/technical opportunities
and agribusiness.
Programme content
Content can include topics such as:
• Animal Science
• Land, People and Economies >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Research and Analytical Skills
• Primary Industry Systems
• Chemistry Leo Condron
• Plant Science Course Advisor
• Soil Science E: leo.condron@lincoln.ac.nz
• Livestock Production Science P: 03 423 0777
• Sustainable Futures
• Principles of Farm Management Barbara Nicholson
• Plant Production Systems Practical Work Coordinator
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
• Biometrics
P: 03 423 0061
• Soil Management.
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
15BACHELOR OF
Commerce
(Agriculture)
www.lincoln.ac.nz/BComAg
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
3
Years
1 2
Lincoln University’s Bachelor Entry requirements:
of Commerce (Agriculture) is
• University Entrance through NCEA, or an approved
a specialised, industry-based equivalent qualification.
degree that prepares • If English is not your first language, other entry
graduates for leadership in requirements will apply.
both the farming and Refer to www.lincoln.ac.nz for more information.
agribusiness sectors.
It teaches the bio-economic basis for agriculture
through applied academic courses, real-world
Recommended preparation:
case studies, field trips and regional study tours. Proficiency in english, maths, and biology, as well as a
passion for the agricultural industry, is beneficial.
The programme is structured around a number
of integrated agricultural and agribusiness
courses. You will also learn about economics, Programme structure:
business law and finances, as well as core
• Pass at least 360 credits (24 courses)
university topics to put your learning in a
• Pass all compulsory courses
broader context. Students of the BCom(Ag) can
• Complete no more than 165 credits (11 courses) at
also choose additional courses of interest to
100-level
extend their career opportunities.
• Complete at least 75 credits (5 courses) at 300-level
• Complete all practical work components.
Practical work:
39 weeks in total, on two different types of farm for a total
of 26 weeks, with a minimum of 11 weeks on each.
Any time remaining can be spent working on a different
type of farm or in an allied industry of your choice.
16ANNA PAGET
Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture)
Rural Valuer, TelferYoung
Anna Paget decided to attend Lincoln
University because of its “great reputation in
the agricultural sector”.
She graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of
Commerce (Agriculture), majoring in Rural
Valuation, and now lives in Napier where
she works as a graduate rural valuer at
TelferYoung.
Anna describes the Lincoln lecturers and staff
as approachable and always willing to help,
and says that although the University is small,
it has a supportive feel.
She still keeps in touch with many of the
friends she met at Lincoln, and particularly
loves catching up on how their careers are
progressing.
Career outcomes:
Graduates of this programme are well equipped for
leadership roles across the agricultural industry.
Programme content
Content can include topics such as:
• Land, People and Economies
• Research and Analytical Skills
• Animal, plant and soil production
• Transforming Data into Information
• Financial Information for Business
• Economies and Markets
• Introduction to Commercial Law >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Primary Industry Systems
• Sustainable Futures
• The Agribusiness Environment Alison Bailey
• Farm Management Analysis and Planning Course Advisor
E: alison.bailey@lincoln.ac.nz
• Farm Development and Investment
P: 03 423 0226
• New Venture Planning in Primary Production
• Agribusiness Strategic Management.
Barbara Nicholson
Practical Work Coordinator
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 03 423 0061
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
17BACHELOR OF
Viticulture and
Oenology
www.lincoln.ac.nz/BVO
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
3
Years
1 2
Lincoln University can lay Entry requirements:
claim to developing the first
• University Entrance through NCEA, or an approved
cool climate wine production equivalent qualification.
programme in the English- • If English is not your first language, other entry
speaking world, and we’ve been requirements will apply.
leading the way ever since. Refer to www.lincoln.ac.nz for more information.
Our specialist Bachelor of Viticulture and
Oenology degree (BV&O) prepares graduates Recommended preparation:
for fulfilling careers in the wine sector. The core A good grounding in the sciences can be useful but is not
programme covers basic science preparation, essential.
advanced viticulture and wine science, pest
and disease management, biometrics and wine
chemistry. You can then tailor the rest of your Programme requirements:
degree using electives to fit your areas of interest • Pass at least 360 credits (24 courses)
and individual career aspirations. • Pass all compulsory courses
• Complete no more than 165 credits (11 courses) at
Lincoln University’s BV&O will also take you
100-level
places. Our graduates can be found working all
• Complete at least 75 credits (5 courses) at 300-level
over the world, from the Gibbston Valley to the
• Complete all practical work components
Hunter Valley, from Blenheim to Bordeaux.
• Attend a multi-day field tour in the final year of study.
Practical work:
18 weeks in total:
• 6 consecutive weeks in a commercial vineyard
• 6 consecutive weeks in a commercial winery
• 6 consecutive weeks in an allied industry, e.g. a wine
bar or shop, winery laboratory, commercial vineyard
or brewery.
18NZ WINE INDUSTRY
TOTAL PRODUCING AREA
36,192 ha
TOTAL PRODUCING AREA BY VARIETY
RED
7,960 ha
WHITE
28,231 ha
NUMBER OF VINEYARDS
2040
Career outcomes:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology
programme tend to pursue a range of careers depending
on the courses they chose in their programme of
study. From the primary industry to commerce and
consultancies, examples of roles that graduates have
acquired include viticulturist, vineyard foreman, vineyard
manager, cellar manager, winery lab manager, winemaker,
marketing manager, sales representative, and wine writer.
Programme content
Content can include topics such as:
• Biological Sciences >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Plant Science
• Chemistry
Glen Creasy
• Soil Science
Course Advisor
• Introduction to the Winegrowing Industry
E: glen.creasy@lincoln.ac.nz
• Horticultural Systems P: 03 423 0646
• Biometrics
• Viticulture Barbara Nicholson
• Principles of Wine Science Practical Work Coordinator
• Wine Quality Assessment. E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 03 423 0061
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
19DIPLOMA IN
Agriculture
(Level 5)
www.lincoln.ac.nz/DipAg
duration: INTAKE:
Semester
1 1
Year
New Zealand is a world leader Entry requirements:
in agriculture and Lincoln
Applicants must:
University has been producing
• Have the literacy and numeracy requirements for
skilled agricultural workers for University Entrance
nearly 140 years. • Be proficient in English
• Have a National Certificate in Agriculture at Level 4
The Diploma in Agriculture continues this
or higher, obtained through an approved polytechnic
tradition, giving students the opportunity
institution
to enhance their agricultural and farm
OR
management knowledge through a programme
of eight integrated courses. These cover farm • Have NCEA Level 2, with a minimum of 40 credits
management, associated husbandries and over four subjects recognised by Lincoln University as
other required skills, including the physical and suitable for entry to this diploma.
financial aspects of business planning. The focus Note: The list of subjects is reviewed periodically and
is on applied management, with a combined aim applicants who have taken subjects other than those
of producing graduates ready to operate in the listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
professional agricultural environment. A maximum of 24 credits in any one subject will be
counted towards the total
This programme focuses on New Zealand OR
agriculture, its resources and management • Have special admission.
systems, so students entering the DipAg must
be familiar with at least one of these systems.
Lincoln University was
where I truly found my
passion for agribusiness.
20JASON TAIAROA
Diploma in Agriculture; Bachelor of
Environmental Management and Planning
Technical Support Officer for Pest Operations,
Nga Whenua Rahui, Te Kaha
“When I arrived at Lincoln, I had been out of
school for a while. Student Support helped
me with written reports, essays and maths.
I wouldn’t be in the position I am now
without them.”
Practical work:
A period of practical work is required and full details are
available in the DipAg. Practical Work Handbook.
The minimum requirement is for a total of 12 weeks
(preferably full-time) on two different farm types, with the
shortest period being four weeks. At least six of the 12
weeks should be completed before beginning study.
You should have the following attributes to ensure you can
successfully complete their practical work:
• Competence in driving vehicles (previous tractor or
truck driving experience is an advantage)
• Physical ability to work on farms without endangering
Whenua Kura Scholarships for
yourself or others.
Maori are available for this
programme.
Career outcomes: For more information, visit:
On successful completion of the Diploma in Agriculture www.whenuakura.co.nz
(Level 5), students can continue their studies and complete
the advanced Diploma in Farm Management (Level 6).
>> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
Programme content
Russell Cameron
Includes: Course Advisor
• Computing and Communication E: russell.cameron@lincoln.ac.nz
• Farm Management Systems A P: 03 423 0267
• Plant Husbandry
• Soils and Soil Management Barbara Nicholson
• Livestock Production Systems Practical Work Coordinator
• Plant and Animal Health E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
• Engineering I P: 03 423 0061
• Farm Management Systems B
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
21DIPLOMA IN
Farm Management
(Level 6)
www.lincoln.ac.nz/FarmMgt
duration: INTAKE:
Semester
1 1
Year
Lincoln University’s Diploma Entry requirements:
in Farm Management leads on
In order to qualify for a Diploma in Farm Management,
from the Diploma in Agriculture students must have successfully completed Lincoln
and is designed for students University’s Diploma in Agriculture.
who are seeking a management
career in agribusiness, or as a
professional Farm Manager. Practical work:
A period of practical work is a requirement of this
Students will study all aspects qualification and full details are available in the handbook.
of agribusiness management,
Students must spend 44 weeks in total on at least two
including land purchase different types of farms.
and ownership, financial
and taxation management, You should have the following attributes to ensure you
successfully complete the practical work:
investment analysis,
agricultural law, labour • Competence in driving vehicles (previous tractor or
management and law, and truck driving experience is an advantage)
• Previous farming experience (this is preferred, though
machinery ownership.
not essential)
• Physical ability to work on farms without endangering
yourself or others.
22AGRICULTURE
$19 billion pa
AGRICULTURE (PASTURAL) 1/2 OF ALL NZ PRIMARY EXPORTS
Career outcomes:
Career opportunities in one of New Zealand’s largest
industries – agriculture – are numerous. Demand for
skilled and experienced staff remains high. Lincoln
University diploma-holders work in a variety of roles
across the primary industries from on-farm management
to the finance sector, consulting, service industry and
primary human resources management.
Programme content
Includes:
• Farm Management.
Elective courses:
>> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Beef and Deer Production
• Dairy Production Russell Cameron
• Sheep Production Course Advisor
• Engineering II E: russell.cameron@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 03 423 0267
• Applied Agroforestry
• Amenity Horticulture
• Fruit Crop Production Barbara Nicholson
Practical Work Coordinator
• Annual Crop Production
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
• Pasture Management.
P: 03 423 0061
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
23DIPLOMA IN
Horticulture
(Level 5)
www.lincoln.ac.nz/DipHort
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
1 1 2
Year
The Diploma in Horticulture is Entry requirements:
designed to introduce students
One of the following:
to a broad range of topics • NCEA Level 2, a minimum of 40 credits over four
associated with horticultural subjects recognised by Lincoln University as suitable
technology, production and for entry to this diploma. The literacy and numeracy
management. Students also requirements for University Entrance are also required.
The list of subjects is reviewed periodically and
have the opportunity to develop
applicants who have taken subjects other than those
applied computing and problem listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. A
solving skills. maximum of 24 credits in any one subject will be
The study programme is prescribed (i.e. all counted towards the total.
courses are compulsory) and comprises eight • A National Certificate in Horticulture at Level 4 or
courses covering computing, propagation, higher obtained through an approved polytechnic
horticultural management system, soils, plants institution.
studies and engineering. It is possible to take • Special admission.
this diploma either on or off the Lincoln campus. • Other pathways.
To find out more about off-campus delivery,
please view the Regional Diploma information Practical work:
on our website.
A period of practical work is a requirement of this
qualification.
You must spend 12 weeks in total at a minimum of two
different types of horticultural enterprises.
24ANNIE MARTIS
Diploma of Horticulture
Landscaper
“I loved the culture of the University, where
people knew how to work hard and play hard.
It was somewhere I could study, grow my
knowledge, and have a hell of a good time
while getting a world-recognised qualification.”
Career outcomes:
Graduates work in a range of horticulture-related
businesses.
On successful completion of the Diploma in Horticulture,
students can continue their studies and complete a
Diploma in Horticultural Management.
Programme content
Includes:
• Plant Health
• Computing and Communication
• Engineering I >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
• Propagation and Nursery
• Horticultural Management Systems A
David Shillito
• Horticultural Management Systems B
Course Advisor
• Plant Studies
E: david.shillito@lincoln.ac.nz
• Soils and Soil Management P: 03 423 0267
Barbara Nicholson
Practical Work Coordinator
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 03 423 0061
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
25DIPLOMA IN
Horticultural
Management (Level 6)
www.lincoln.ac.nz/HortMgt
duration: INTAKE:
Semester Semester
1 1 2
Year
The Diploma in Horticultural Entry requirements:
Management prepares
Students who have successfully completed Lincoln
students for management University’s Diploma in Horticulture will be admitted to
of modern horticultural the Diploma in Horticultural Management. Equivalent
enterprises. The emphasis qualifications will be assessed for admission on a case-by-
on business management case basis.
combined with horticulture and
production courses makes this Practical work:
diploma highly relevant and
A period of practical work is a requirement of this
immediately applicable to the qualification.
workplace. It is possible to take
this diploma either on or off the You must spend 44 weeks in total at a minimum of two
different types of horticultural units.
Lincoln campus.
To find out more about off- Career outcomes:
campus delivery, please The Diploma in Horticultural Management prepares
view the Regional Diploma students for management roles in modern horticultural
information on our website. enterprises.
26HORTICULTURE
$4 billion pa
EXPORTS (2014)
7449 people pa
STUDYING IN THE FIELD OF HORTICULTURE
HORTICULTURE GENERATES
$3.9 billion
FROM 123,000ha
Programme content
Includes:
• Horticultural Management.
Elective courses:
• Beef and Deer Production
• Dairy Production
• Sheep Production
• Engineering II
• Applied Agroforestry
• Amenity Horticulture
• Fruit Crop Production
• Annual Crop Production
• Pasture Management
• Wool Production and Marketing. >> PROGRAMME CONTACTS
David Shillito
Course Advisor
E: david.shillito@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 03 423 0267
Barbara Nicholson
Practical Work Coordinator
E: practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 03 423 0061
STUDENT LIAISON TEAM
E: land@lincoln.ac.nz
P: 0800 10 60 10
03 423 0000
2728
Where are Lincoln University graduates working?
LINCOLN GRADUATES
JAMES WILLIAM BOOKER NICOLE MORRIS
Bachelor of Agriculture; Master of Applied Science Bachelor of Agriculture; Master of Agricultural
(Hons) Science
Operations Manager, Waiaiti Holdings Te Aroha Area Manager, Genetic Technologies Limited
James Booker attended Auckland Grammar School, Nicole Morris attended Gore High School and went
and chose to come to Lincoln because the mixture to Lincoln University to gain a sound education in
of subjects in the Agricultural Science programme the agricultural industry.
suited his interests. James says, “A mix of science
and management courses in soil, animal and plant “I chose to study a BAg because the degree at
science provided a great background to build my Lincoln provides a variety of science courses – such
interest in dairy farm systems.” as biochemistry, physics, and soil, plant and animal
sciences – as well as farm management.
He enjoyed working in the field to find out how The combination of these courses prepares you
different farm processes operate under a range of well for employment in the agricultural industry.”
physical and financial conditions. This experience
directly assisted him in his current role, which Nicole continued her studies with a Master of
involves managing staff, setting a financial Agricultural Science to further explore her passion
budget, monitoring feed availability, managing for scientific research. While at Lincoln, Nicole
supplementary feeding, setting a breeding and cultivated skills such as prioritisation, scientific
mating policy, and more. report writing, data interpretation and thinking
from a farm systems perspective.
After graduating he began working in consultancy
and analytics within the farming industry both in “Lincoln’s such a fantastic place to study. I loved
New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Then the going on the field trips,” she says.
opportunity to manage his family’s 400-cow dairy
farm in the Waikato presented itself. He took it and Since Nicole graduated, she has progressed from
“never looked back”. her first job as an Agronomist to becoming an Area
Manager who deals with specialist seed products
“My advice to prospective students is to consider the for the dairy industry.
possibilities and employment opportunities. Tertiary
skills in agriculture and the applied sciences are in “The degrees at Lincoln provide a wide knowledge
demand worldwide. base making it easy to get employment.
Agriculture in New Zealand is a huge, exciting area
“As for answering the question, ‘Is Lincoln the right to work in, with loads of opportunities.”
choice for you?’ Lincoln has a great atmosphere,
with heaps of social events to keep students
entertained.”
30ALEXANDRA TAYLOR JAMES McELREA
Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Hons) Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology
Sustainability Developer, DairyNZ Owner, Black Peak Wines
Alexandra Taylor visited Lincoln University during James McElrea graduated from Lincoln University
a science field trip while still at school at Villa in 2001 with a Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology
Maria College in Christchurch. She has five family and now works at Black Peak Wines in Wanaka.
members who also attended Lincoln.
Originally from Auckland, he chose to attend
Alexandra’s current role focuses on sustainability Lincoln because he wanted to pursue a career
in the dairy industry. She works with farmers, dairy in the wine industry. He says the viticulture and
representatives and industry regulators to invent oenology programme was the ideal foundation for
practical and effective solutions to sustainability helping him to achieve this goal.
challenges on the farm. Water quality and nutrient
As well as owning a winery, he works as a
management are a key part of her role.
winemaker for Maude Wines, also in Wanaka.
“Agricultural science seemed like a worthy and
During his studies, he most enjoyed working and
prosperous career path to pursue because of the
problem-solving with fellow students, and he
contribution it has made to New Zealand’s
describes the lecturers as industry leaders in
well-being and its positive global effect.”
their fields.
Alexandra was selected to participate in the
“I still keep in touch with people I met at Lincoln,
Fonterra Milk Supply graduate programme, a
both staff and students, especially those who are
great opportunity for industry exposure with big
working in the wine industry,” he says.
agricultural corporations that head-hunt people
with practical experience and qualifications in He appreciated the clean, modern facilities and
the field. laboratories at the University, as well as the sports
opportunities on offer at the Recreation Centre.
This opportunity led to an 18-month milk supply
internship, leading Alexandra to accept an internal He describes Lincoln as progressive, modern and
auditing role in food safety before she settled into intimate, and says there is a broad range of courses
environmental development. available to suit all interests and requirements.
“Lincoln’s really welcoming, and a great James stayed in Hudson Hall during his first year of
environment for shaping people with both study, which he says was an invaluable experience
pragmatic common sense and a science-based that allowed him to get to know many of his fellow
approach to be successful and effective in a highly students and adjust to university life.
emotive field such as sustainability.”
31LINCOLN GRADUATES
LEN IBBOTSON KELSI GOUGH
Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology Bachelor of Agricultural Science (First Class
Viticulturist, Terra Sancta Wines Honours)
Rural Manager, FMG
Len Ibbotson, originally from Hawke’s Bay,
graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Viticulture Lincoln’s excellent reputation in the agricultural
and Oenology. sector was a major reason why Kelsi Gough chose
to study at the University. However, her decision
He now works as a viticulturalist at Central Otago’s was cemented when she heard a number of former
Terra Sancta Wines. students reminiscing fondly about their Lincoln
“I couldn’t find the type of programme I wanted to days.
study at other universities, and coming to Lincoln “This is what tipped the scales in favour of
was a good opportunity to travel to the South Island. attending Lincoln over other universities offering
It also made sense to study plants at a university similar courses,” she says.
with a strong land-based history,” he says.
Kelsi graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor of
He was impressed with the choice and variety Agricultural Science (First Class Honours) and
of courses available and says the lecturers and accepted a role in the graduate programme for
staff were enthusiastic, personable and very FMG, which she describes as New Zealand’s
approachable. leading insurer.
“I also loved the beautiful campus and the good “I am now based in Pukekohe, working as a Rural
options for food and coffee. There’s a great gym Manager for the company.”
too, and a nice mix of new and classic lecture halls.”
She says she enjoyed the variety of courses
Len says the most valuable aspect of his study available to her at Lincoln.
was the balance between plant and wine science,
and the practical wine and grape management “As there aren’t many prerequisites in the
tools he received. Agricultural Science degree, the direction you
take is really up to you. During my four-year
“I have found that my degree is highly relevant programme, I studied a diverse range of subjects,
to the wine-growing industry and provides sound including soil, animal and plant sciences, farm
theoretical knowledge, which enables recruitment management, law, economics and rural valuation.”
and development,” he says.
Len still keeps in touch with staff and friends from
Lincoln University and says he loved meeting many
diverse and interesting people on campus.
32LAURA KEENAN FRANCES SHOEMACK
Bachelor of Agricultural Science (First Class Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology
Honours) Founder, Abel perfume house
Farm Environmental Consultant, South Island
Frances Shoemack, who grew up on a dairy farm in
After graduating from Lincoln University in 2015 South Canterbury, attended Lincoln University to
with a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (First Class study winemaking.
Honours), Laura Keenan was offered a position
In 2004, she received a Bachelor of Viticulture
as a Farm Environmental Consultant at a soil
and Oenology, with an emphasis on marketing
consultancy company that services the South Island.
and business.
“My role includes in-depth nutrient modelling, She now lives in the Netherlands, where she has
sales, purchasing and planning. We also provide transferred her passion for wine to fragrance,
detailed farm scenario analysis reports, in direct having founded her own boutique perfume house
alignment with farmers’ goals. This allows in central Amsterdam.
landowners to better manage risk and ensure they
are compliant from a regional council perspective. She says her winemaking background plays a
major role in her career and the Lincoln programme
“In addition, I act as a Soil Consultant for Soil helped to develop her palate and increase her
Matters, assessing clients’ individual soil fertility knowledge of international wines.
needs from soil testing, fertiliser recommendations
and crop and pastoral advice.” “The lecturers were very helpful and passionate
about the programme,” she says. “I especially enjoyed
Laura says her studies at Lincoln University taking part in wine sensory labs during my studies.”
thoroughly prepared her for these roles. “I found
Following her graduation from Lincoln, Frances
the agricultural and agribusiness courses really
took on a role as a winemaking cadet at Villa Maria
enjoyable and relevant to a future career. The
Estate in Auckland.
research facilities are excellent as well. Completing
a dissertation and research project also allowed “The job gave me great access to all areas of the
me to grasp all elements of academic research and winemaking process, from the vineyard to the
its importance in New Zealand agriculture.” global export market,” she says. “It sparked my
interest in the business side of the industry and
She says the interactions she had with her
led to future roles working at the New Zealand
lecturers proved particularly helpful. “The lecturers
Winegrowers’ Association, marketing New Zealand
were definitely an integral part of my success at
wine internationally.”
Lincoln, as they were more than happy to elaborate
and spend their own valuable time to ensure my Frances founded her perfume company, Abel, two
understanding was correct.” years ago and now sells her products globally.
33Employment
opportunities
www.lincoln.ac.nz
CAREERS IN
AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE
Our graduates are employed Major areas of employment include farm management;
research; consulting; agronomy; genetics; breeding;
throughout New Zealand and
technical and sales roles, including grain and seed, feed,
the world, in both the rural fertiliser, animal health and welfare, crop protection;
sector and urban centres, and agribusiness in areas such as banking, insurance,
in a wide range of commercial, accounting and finance, marketing, exporting, and
government, research and business analysis; plant, equipment and machinery;
transport and distribution; media; and education.
private enterprises.
So whether you want to land in the country or the city,
Agriculture and horticulture encompass
working with words and numbers or plants and animals, a
business and science. As you can see from
qualification in agriculture or horticulture will get you there.
the graduates profiled in this book, there
are a broad range of career options open to
graduates right across the value chain, ranging
from on-farm to agribusiness. In gumboots
Lincoln University has a Careers and Employment
and business suits, lab coats and safety gear,
office which can provide you with support and
from urban offices to remote farms, working
guidance as you navigate your way through your
with animals, people, crops and equipment,
career choices.
agriculture and horticulture graduates can be
found making a positive difference all over To find out more about career opportunities
the world. in agriculture and horticulture, contact:
michelle.ash@lincoln.ac.nz
34Planning your study
and applying
www.lincoln.ac.nz
You can apply online, using our MyLinc system through
the University website, but before you do, make sure you
have done a bit of homework.
Take some time to decide what How to apply
level of study best suits you and
your abilities and aspirations,
as well as to better understand
how study is structured at Ê Decide on your programme.
Lincoln.
Apply (click on the Apply Now button on
There are many options from level 5 to level 10.
Most of our undergraduate bachelor’s degree
students go directly into the first year of their
Ë our website or complete your application
in mylinc.nz).
degree, but if you feel you need to upgrade
your academic skills, or your English language We will assess your application and contact
skills, or want a one-year course to lead straight you with an offer if you are successful.
into a particular career, Lincoln has those bases
covered too.
After successfully completing three years of
study and gaining your undergraduate degree,
Accept your offer through our online
system, MyLinc.
you could go on to postgraduate study if you
Enrol in the individual courses that
wanted to gain further knowledge and become
more specialised. will make up your qualification
programme. Enrolment opens on 1
To find out more visit, www.lincoln.ac.nz or see October each year. Enrolment can only
our Certificates and Diplomas or Undergraduate take place once you have received an
prospectuses. offer of placement and accepted it.
35Student Liaison team
Our Student Liaison team will be the first point of contact for you as
a future student. They can provide you with all the information you
need, and answer any questions you may have about course planning,
applying or life at Lincoln University. The Student Liaison team also
visits secondary schools and attends career expos in all regions.
Te Waihora (Lincoln) campus contacts
W
Freephone: 0800 10 60 10
(within New Zealand)
Phone: +64 3 423 0000
(international)
Email: land@lincoln.ac.nz
36WHO CARES ABOUT THE
Environment?
We do!
Key to all that Lincoln University does is an awareness of
the environment – from our course content, to our native
plantings, to the paper this publication is printed on.
As New Zealand’s specialist land-based university, our mission
is to transform land, people and economies, and we aspire to
do this without negatively impacting our environment.
Land is something we value. It is, literally, our world.
In 1993 the University adopted an Environmental Charter Lincoln University is a major supporter of the Lincoln
and an Environmental Policy (the first among New Envirotown Trust and provides office space and resources
Zealand tertiary establishments) to support the work of for the Chair of the Trust.
the already established staff-student group called Lincoln
All our publications are printed on environmentally
Environmental Organisation (LEO). This led to the formation
responsible paper, produced using Elemental Chlorine Free
of a formal Environmental Task Force and the revision of
(ECF), Third Party Certified pulp sourced from well managed
the Policy in 2003 and 2010 – giving the University what
and legally harvested forests, and manufactured under the
it now has: the Sustainability Advisory Group for the
strict ISO14001 Environmental Management System.
Environment (SAGE). SAGE works alongside LEO to ensure
the University ‘treads lightly on the Earth’, ensuring we New Zealand’s native biodiversity makes this country unique
live up to our values in the areas of sustainable practices, and Lincoln University is very proud of our park-like campus,
stewardship of our own environment, and protection of the gardens and the native plantings we have both on campus
wider environment. and extensively at the Lincoln University Dairy Farm.
The University’s School of Landscape Architecture building Our Māori outreach programme and the work of staff across
was built with locally sourced materials with a life span of the University aims to facilitate an understanding of, and
over 100 years and which require minimal maintenance. acknowledge Māori communities, iwi, hapu, whanau and
In this building and across campus, the University continues their affinity with their whenua and their environments.
to make a difference with significant efforts in energy Formal partnerships and informal collaboration will ensure
conservation, water management, resource recovery and a continuing mutual understanding and respect for the land,
waste management. consistent with the concept of kaitiakitanga (stewardship).
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Every effort is made to ensure that information in this Lincoln University does not assume, and hereby disclaims,
publication is correct at the time of printing, but the any express or implied liability whatsoever to any party
content may be subject to change. Lincoln University for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions,
reserves the right to make changes, amendments or whether these errors or omissions result from negligence,
deletions – including the withdrawal of courses - should accident or any other cause.
circumstances change.
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