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Bachelor of Wildlife Science
The University of Queensland - Gatton

Course outline

Prepare for a career in global conservation and wildlife management. Study native and exotic amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, biodiversity and human-wildlife interactions. Build scientific knowledge in animal biology, wildlife anatomy and physiology, reproductive biology, breeding and genetics, nutrition, and health. Learn to manage wild animals and to deliver and assess management programs for captive and free roaming wildlife with leading wildlife scientists and biologists. Acquire skills in wildlife trapping, identification and animal handling. Gain hands-on experience during industry placements at zoos, sanctuaries and wildlife parks. Students can use these placements to establish industry contacts and consolidate their knowledge and skills. For more information, visit Bachelor of Wildlife Science at UQ.

Other requirements

Students are exposed to animals and agricultural environments as part of their learning. Immunisation against Q fever is mandatory and students will be required to provide evidence of immunisation upon commencement of the program. Immunisation against tetanus is recommended.

Admissions Criteria

For additional information about the admissions criteria for UQ and for this course, refer to UQ’s website.

Prerequisites

English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C); General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

Recommended study
Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Units 3 and 4, C).
Minimum Selection thresholds (ATAR/Selection Rank) for semester/trimester/term 1, 2023
73.00
ATAR/Selection Rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR/Selection Rank for semester/trimester/term 1, 2023

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Highest Rank to receive an offer

Median Rank to receive an offer

Lowest Rank to receive an offer

ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

98.75

83.75

72.55

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

98.75

83.75

73.40

Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.

Student Profile by Applicant background for semester/trimester/term 1, 2023

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Higher education study

Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

Work and life experience

Recent secondary education

Recent secondary education admitted solely on the basis of ATAR/Rank

Admitted where both ATAR/Rank and additional criteria were considered

Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR/Rank was not a factor

International students

All students

Number of students

14

<5*

<5*

20

0

0

N/P#

43

Percentage of all students

32.6%

<5*

<5*

46.5%

0.0%

0.0%

N/P#

100%

Notes

* “<5" – the number of students is less than 5
# N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Career opportunities

Conservation; land management; ecotourism; environmental consulting; vertebrate pest and game management; wildlife sanctuaries and zoos.

Course Code
787209
Start Date
Offer rounds

15 Jan 2024

Fee
CSP/$4840 (1st year contribution)
Level of Qualification
Bachelor degree
Study Area
Primary industries and environment
Study Mode
Full time, Part time
Course Duration

3 years Full time or 6 years Part time

Location
Darling Downs & South West QLD
 
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