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Meals & Accommodation

All accommodation, meals and entertainment are being provided free of charge for the Marcus Ready Weekend. Participants will need to be at least 18 years of age by 10th September 2022 and eligible to come to Marcus Oldham in 2023.

Accommodation will be individual single rooms with shared facilities in part of the student hostel. All linen, bedding and towels will be provided.

All meals are provided beginning with a BBQ dinner on Friday night and concluding with lunch on Sunday. Please advise any special dietary requirements by email to courses@marcusoldham.vic.edu.au

All organised entertainment including after dinner speakers will be provided free of charge.

Participants will be required to make their own travel arrangements to and from the College.

Can't attend our Marcus Ready Weekend?

If you're unable to attend the Marcus Ready Weekend, you haven't missed the opportunity to explore our campus. Why not attend our Open Day in August?

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Here's some frequently asked questions

Both 1st year and 2nd years of the course curriculum are underpinned by two major study tours, the first each year taking in many parts of Victoria, New South Wales or South Australia and the second at the end of August often internationally. International tours have in the past been conducted to New Zealand, China, Indonesia, and Singapore and Malaysia.

There are no subject pre-requisites for entry into the Bachelor of Business (Agriculture) program. You are required to meet the entry requirements and be interviewed before an offer will be made.

If you’re unsure, please call the student services office on 03 5247 2911 to discuss.

There are no subject pre-requisites for entry into the Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) program. You are required to meet the entry requirements and be interviewed before an offer will be made.

If you’re unsure, please call the student services office on 03 5247 2911 to discuss.

Practical/industry placements that range between two weeks and ten weeks for the various programs are usually without payment although some employers will make a nominal payment. Quite often these placements provide an opportunity for future employment.
  • Our extensive reputation and network within the industry.
  • Our flexible approach to education, allowing students to complete their degree at their own pace without undue pressure.
  • We care about education, not indoctrination, providing a balanced and inclusive learning experience.
  • Our commitment to excellent customer service, providing support and assistance to students throughout their academic journey.
  • Experts in agriculture are in high demand due to the industry’s growing importance.
  • The field of agriculture studies is becoming increasingly popular among students.
  • Agribusiness provides a stable and secure career path with a high demand for professionals.
  • Agribusiness jobs offer competitive salaries and benefits packages.
  • You can become an agricultural entrepreneur.
  •  You can work with the latest technological advancements and insights in agriculture.

At Marcus Oldham, we offer various pathways for admission to our postgraduate program, including for those who haven’t completed a Bachelor’s degree.
If you don’t have a Bachelor’s degree, you can still apply if you can demonstrate your relevant experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or a related industry, as well as your completion of professional development courses.

We encourage you to schedule a call with our postgraduate team to discuss your specific situation and determine whether our program is the right fit for you.

 

Practical/industry placements that range between two weeks and ten weeks for the various programs are usually without payment although some employers will make a nominal payment. Quite often these placements provide an opportunity for future employment.

There are no subject pre-requisites for entry into the Advanced Diploma of Equine Business Management. You are required to meet the entry requirements and be interviewed before an offer will be made.

If you’re unsure, click here to book a call to discuss entry into the Advanced Diploma of Equine Management.

Marcus Oldham College is spread across 500 acres on the outskirts of Geelong, near the Great Ocean Road and just one-hour from Melbourne.

For the Advanced Diploma of Equine Business Management course there are extensive facilities that include but are not limited to:

  • Private indoor arena with 24 hour access for students
  • Outdoor sand arena
  • Undercover round yard
  • Two stables
  • Hot and cold wash-bays
  • College float
  • Horse crushes
  • Large paddocks

You can view some of the facilities on our virtual tour by clicking here.

Yes! There a number of scholarships available. View them here.

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