Plant Scientist

A Plant Scientist studies the biology and growth of plants to improve their health and productivity. You might work in agricultural research centres, botanical gardens, or environmental agencies. Plant Scientists focus on understanding plant genetics, breeding, and disease resistance. You’ll conduct experiments and analyse data to develop innovative techniques for crop improvement and sustainable agriculture.

Plant Scientists play a crucial role in advancing agricultural practices and environmental conservation. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and analytical, with a strong ability to solve complex problems. Collaboration with other scientists, farmers, and environmentalists will be essential to translate research findings into practical solutions.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a plant scientist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

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
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist Plant Scientist Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Plant Pathologist + 4 more
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
+ 29 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
+ 27 more
AHC40122

Certificate IV in Agriculture
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 30 months
$0 - $16,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farm Manager Station Manager Livestock Manager
Plant Scientist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farm Manager Station Manager Livestock Manager Plant Scientist + 1 more
AHC50122

Diploma of Agriculture
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
9 - 24 months
$0 - $20,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farm Manager Station Manager Dairy Farm Manager
Agronomist Farmer Seed Technician Livestock Manager Plant Scientist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farm Manager Station Manager Dairy Farm Manager Agronomist Farmer Seed Technician Livestock Manager Plant Scientist + 5 more
MSL50122

Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 48 months
$0 - $28,934
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Forensic Science Technician
Laboratory Scientist Laboratory Analyst Laboratory Assistant Medical Laboratory Technician Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD) Laboratory Supervisor Senior Technical Officer Plant Scientist Ecotoxicologist Fisheries Scientist Biotechnology Engineer
+ 13 more

Bachelor of Environmental Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $88,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Scientist Forester Sustainability Officer
Environmental Manager Environmental Specialist Ecotoxicologist Environmental Chemist Environmental Officer Field Assistant Environmental Assessor Spatial Analyst Land Management Officer Earth Scientist Conservationist Sustainability Advisor Plant Scientist Marine Environmental Consultant Physical Scientist Plant Pathologist
+ 16 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Agricultural Science)
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $8,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Scientist Research and Development Manager Agricultural Consultant
Agricultural Scientist Agronomist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Scientist Research and Development Manager Agricultural Consultant Agricultural Scientist Agronomist + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Plant Science)
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $9,120
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agronomist Horticulturalist Plant Scientist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agronomist Horticulturalist Plant Scientist

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
+ 8 more
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Avg yearly income $83,200
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Plant Physiologist

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Avg yearly income $88,400
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Avg yearly income $93,600
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