Description
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 the Animal Ecology program at University of the Sunshine Coast, 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 behavior
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
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Animal Ecology program can pursue various career paths, including:
- Collectors and curators in museums
- Environmental educators
- Practitioners in environmental monitoring and management
- Rangers and managers in wildlife management and conservation organizations
- Research assistants and managers in Government and non-governmental agencies
- Specialist ecotourism guides
Memberships
Graduates may be eligible to become members of:
Australian Mammal Society
Australian Marine Science Association
Australian Physiological Society
Australian Wildlife Management Society
Ecological Society of Australia
Environmental Institute of Australia
Society for Conservation Biology
Requirement
Entry requirements
- Completion of a level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades
- Further studies, such as a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry
- Minimum qualifications of five (5) credits in the Senior Secondary School Certificate (e.g., WAEC, NECO, SAT, KCSE, ZIMSEC, GCE)
English language requirements
- Meet the English language requirements for the program
- Enroll in English Language Programs if minimum requirements are not met
Recommended prior study
- English
- Maths B or C
- One or more of the sciences
Univacity Requirement
- A copy of your International passport Bio-data page
- A copy of your recent Passport Photo
- A valid copy of your Result Checker Card
- Minimum qualification of five (5) credits in the Senior Secondary School Certificate (e.g., WAEC, NECO, SAT, KCSE, ZIMSEC, GCE)
Fees
Tuition Fee $28,400 annually
Application Fee $75
Acceptance Fee $0
Housing Fee $650- $1,200 monthly
Living Fee $300- $500 monthly