Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Conservation and Wildlife Biology

As Australia's population expands, and human activities impact the natural landscape, the importance of preserving fragile ecosystems and endangered species grows. Combine your passion for the environment with a strong foundation in scientific knowledge on how to manage and preserve fragile ecosystems and endangered species and communities.

Through studies in ecology, genetics, evolutionary biology and conservation and wildlife management, you'll gain the technical skills you need for a career in conservation management.

You will be immersed in wildlife research through case studies and field experience and gain an understanding of the social, political and economic context in which conservation policy is developed. You will learn applied skills that are in high demand from employers including advanced training in laboratory and field survey techniques from staff with applied experience.

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you'll learn:

• ecology
• conservation biology
• wildlife biology
• genetics and evolution
• Australian biodiversity.

When you graduate, you'll have the skills and experience you need to take on challenging roles in wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation management, biodiversity conservation, animal biology and park management. With the right combination of units, you could also work in the fields of environmental education, journalism or law.

Careers could include:

• Research Scientist
• Wildlife Officer
• Environmental Officer
• nature-based tourism
• education and outreach
• wildlife forensics.

For further admission information about this course, please download our Information Pack.