Plant Biologist

A Plant Biologist studies plant life and its interactions with the environment. You might work in research facilities, universities, or agricultural organisations. Plant Biologists focus on plant growth, development, and genetics, aiming to improve crop yields, combat plant diseases, and understand plant responses to environmental changes. You’ll conduct experiments, analyse data, and contribute to research projects that advance knowledge in botany and agriculture.

Plant Biologists play a crucial role in addressing environmental and agricultural challenges. You’ll need to be detail-oriented, analytical, and skilled in scientific methods. Collaboration with other scientists and communication of findings are essential to drive innovations and practical applications in plant science.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a plant biologist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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Master of Agricultural Science
On Campus
18 - 24 months
$0 - $65,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist
Plant Scientist Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Plant Pathologist Crop Scientist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist Plant Scientist Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Plant Pathologist Crop Scientist + 5 more
AHC50422

Diploma of Horticulture Management
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Head Gardener Park Manager Horticulturalist
Irrigation Specialist Wildlife Carer Vineyard Manager Winemaker Aquaculture Manager Conservation Manager Planning Officer Landscape Manager Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Renewable Energy Tradesperson Irrigation Water Supervisor Irrigation Field Officer Water Networks Operator Agricultural Technician Forestry Supervisor Geographer Wildlife Management Officer Wildlife Conservator Conservation Researcher Council Maintenance Worker Agricultural Economist Geochemist Palaeontologist Plant Scientist Plant Biologist
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AHC30722

Certificate III in Horticulture
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Garden Labourer Landscape Labourer
Nurseryperson Park Manager Kennel Hand Animal Shelter Attendant Head Gardener Wildlife Carer Waste Management Officer Footpath Sweeper Vineyard Manager Winemaker Conservation Manager Landscape Manager Arborist Trainee Climbing Arborist Arborist Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Irrigation Field Officer Water Networks Operator Agricultural Technician Geographer Wildlife Management Officer Wildlife Conservator Conservation Researcher Council Maintenance Worker Forestry Manager Plant Scientist Plant Biologist
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MSS50122

Diploma of Sustainable Operations
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Officer Environmental Consultant Sustainable Design Consultant
Production Worker Plant Biologist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Officer Environmental Consultant Sustainable Design Consultant Production Worker Plant Biologist + 2 more
AHC51120

Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $24,957
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Field Assistant Land Management Officer Geomorphologist
Conservationist Plant Biologist Forestry Field Officer Oceanographer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Field Assistant Land Management Officer Geomorphologist Conservationist Plant Biologist Forestry Field Officer Oceanographer + 4 more

Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist
Research Officer Soil Scientist Farm Manager Farmer Plant Biologist Crop Scientist
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist Research Officer Soil Scientist Farm Manager Farmer Plant Biologist Crop Scientist + 6 more

Bachelor of Science (Botany)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Botanist Conservation Officer Horticulturalist
Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Crop Scientist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Botanist Conservation Officer Horticulturalist Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Crop Scientist + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Plant Biology)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Physiologist Plant Biologist Conservation Biologist
Botanist Horticulturalist Plant Pathologist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Physiologist Plant Biologist Conservation Biologist Botanist Horticulturalist Plant Pathologist + 3 more

Bachelor of Biotechnology
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $23,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biochemist Biomedical Scientist Biotechnologist
Pharmaceutical Scientist Plant Biologist Tissue Engineer Biotechnology Engineer Bioinformatics Scientist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biochemist Biomedical Scientist Biotechnologist Pharmaceutical Scientist Plant Biologist Tissue Engineer Biotechnology Engineer Bioinformatics Scientist + 5 more

Bachelor of Agricultural Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $29,616
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist
Irrigation Assistant Farmer Animal Scientist Livestock Manager Plant Scientist Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Plant Pathologist Crop Scientist
+ 9 more
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