Bachelor of Animal Ecology | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Bachelor of Animal Ecology

Care about how animals are impacted by the environment and humans, and what we can do to protect their future? Develop analytical and research skills to better understand conservation and management.

In this program you will:

  • Gain hands-on experience from your first year with fieldwork to North Stradbroke Island and your local region
  • Build your knowledge of animal conservation, biodiversity and animal behaviour
  • Work with leading researchers on field trips and in the laboratory, becoming work-ready
  • Undertake a guided research project in Animal Ecology, working as an intern animal ecologist as part of your studies, or take advantage of opportunities to travel abroad

Location

CRICOS code

085714G

Entry threshold

50.00 50.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

3 years 3 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2024 fees (A$)

A$8,944 - 2024 Fees CSP
CSP
A$28,600 Annual fee
Annual fee

QTAC code

013201 014271

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Duration
3 years 3 years
CRICOS code
085714G
UniSC program code
SC320
Program structure
Introductory courses (8) 96 units

ANM100 Mental and Physical Health and Wellbeing
ANM102 Working with First Nations Peoples and Multicultural Communities
ANM103 Working With Children, Youth and Families
ANM104 Ethics, Law and the Helping Professions
LFS100 Disability: Culture, Community and Change
SCI102 Social Work Field Education 1
SCI110 Community Development and Social Action
SCI113 Direct Practice 1

Developing courses (6) 72 units

ANM201 Direct Practice 2
ANM203 Social Work Field Education 2
ENS213 Critical Social Policy Analysis
ENS222 Context Responsive Social Work Practice
ENS253 Counselling for Crisis, Trauma and Loss
ENS282 Working with Victims and Offenders

Graduate courses (4) 48 units

ANM301 Anatomy and Physiology
ANM302 Professional Health Communication
ENS316 Introductory Bioscience
ENS317 Paramedic Professional Studies

Required course from a specified list

Select a total of 12 units from:

ENS330 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Clinical Foundations
ENS333 Paramedic Foundation Practicum 1
SRP301 Applied Psychology in Health Care
WPL310 Public Health Foundations

Elective courses (5) 60 units

Select a total of 60 units from the undergraduate elective course options. Courses must be at developing and graduate level (200/300 coded).

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.

Study sequences

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 50.00
Moreton Bay 50.00
Recommended prior study
English; Maths B or C; and one or more of the sciences
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Some courses may also include a compulsory field trip, requiring payment of an additional fee, and may be held outside of the regular teaching week, ie on weekends or during semester break
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • As part of your UniSC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

CSP estimate
A$8,944 - 2024 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2024)
A$28,600