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
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
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$)
CSP Annual feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Semester 1
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 24
- Total units
- 288
- Duration
- 3 years 3 years
- CRICOS code
- 085714G
- UniSC program code
- SC320
Introductory courses (8) 96 units
ANM100 Global Business Management
ANM102 International Trade and Finance
ANM103 Advanced Social Research
ANM104 Engaging and working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
LFS100 Academic and Professional Skills: Planning for Success
SCI102 Introduction to Screen and Media Industries
SCI110 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
SCI113 Communication for the Creative Professional
Developing courses (6) 72 units
ANM201 Fundamentals of Photography
ANM203 Drawing Practice
ENS213 Introduction to Key Concepts of Fashion
ENS222 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
ENS253 ICT for Academic and Professional Applications
ENS282 Innovation: Addressing Challenges
Graduate courses (4) 48 units
ANM301 Creative Production
ANM302 Design Methods
ENS316 Economics for Business
ENS317 Discovering Management
Required course from a specified list
Select a total of 12 units from:
ENS330 Introduction to Psychology A
ENS333 Current Directions in Psychology
SRP301 Accounting Principles
WPL310 Marketing Essentials
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.
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
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
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Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$8,944 - 2024 Fees
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$28,600