Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Ecology | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Ecology

Learn about animals and turn your love of nature into a meaningful career. In this program, you’ll study animals in their natural habitats to better understand how we can protect their future. The Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Ecology provides a direct pathway (subject to meeting all other entry criteria) to the Bachelor of Animal Ecology.

In this program you will:

  • Learn about biodiversity, conservation, human-animal interaction, and the impacts of a changing environment
  • Study a wide range of marine and terrestrial wildlife, including sharks, snakes, birds, turtles and whales

Location

CRICOS code

110842J

Entry threshold

55 55 55 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

6 months 6 months 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 2025 fees (A$)

A$4,148 - 2023 Fees CSP
CSP
A$11,500 / A$11,500 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

019709 014709 013709

Start

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

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
4
Total units
48
Duration
6 months 6 months
CRICOS code
110842J
UniSC program code
SC012
Program structure
Required courses (4) 48 units

Select a total of 48 units from:

ANM100 Information Systems in Organisations
ANM102 Business Law
ANM103 Cross-Cultural Management
ANM104 Creating and Managing Event Experiences
SCI102 Sustainable Tourism, Leisure and Event Management
SCI110 World of Work: Your Pathway to Employment
SCI113 The Innovation and Technology Effect in TLEM
LFS100 The Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (M.I.C.E) Industry
LFS103 Business, Governance and Society

(Select either LFS100 or LFS103 not both)

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
Fraser Coast 55
Moreton Bay 55
Sunshine Coast 55

Additional entry information

Standard English language requirements apply.

Recommended prior study
English; one or more of the Sciences (Biology)
Program requirements
Program notes
  • The Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Ecology is a pathway into the Bachelor of Animal Ecology, subject to meeting all other admission requirements.
  • Completing this program within the specified (part-time) duration is based on studying 12-unit points in one semester and 36 units in a second semester and following the recommended study sequence.
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified.
  • It is each student’s responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates.
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations.

Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

CSP estimate
A$4,148 - 2023 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$11,500
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$11,500