234112 : Agricultural Scientist


234112: Agricultural Scientist

Skill Level  1  Assessing Authority  VETASSESS
ANZSCO VERSION 1.3, CAT. NO. 1220.0 
Major Group:2 - Professionals
Sub-Major Group:23 - Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals
Minor Group:234 - Natural and Physical Science Professionals
Unit Group:2341 - Agricultural and Forestry Scientists

Description

Studies commercial plants, animals and cultivation techniques to enhance the productivity of farms and agricultural industries.

Unit Group 2341: Agricultural and Forestry Scientists

Description

Advise farmers, rural industries and government on aspects of farming, develop techniques for increasing productivity, and study and develop plans and policies for the management of forest areas.

Indicative Skill Level  1

In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2013, ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.3, cat. no. 1220.0, https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/[email protected]/mf/1220.0