BackUniversity of the Sunshine Coast
OpenDiplomaEcology and Evolution

Diploma in Animal Ecology

ProviderUniversity of the Sunshine Coast
Course code: QTAC013202UniversityStudy area: Ecology and EvolutionData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesJuly 2026 · Sunshine Coast · QLD

Course overview

Students will study animals in their natural habitats to better understand how we can protect their future. On successful completion of the Diploma in Animal Ecology, and subject to meeting all other entry criteria, students may receive up to 96 units of credit towards the Bachelor of Animal Ecology. In this program students will learn about biodiversity, conservation, human-animal interactions, and the impacts of a changing environment. They'll study a wide range of marine and terrestrial wildlife, including sharks, snakes, birds, turtles and whales. They'll develop their skills and knowledge to work in ecotourism, in entry-level roles within Government and non-government wildlife management and conservation organisations, or as an environmental educator. For more information, visit Diploma in Animal Ecology at UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Ecotourism, entry-level roles within Government and non-government wildlife management and conservation organisations, or as an environmental educator.

Entry requirements

Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.

No international equivalency table yet

Use the domestic ATAR data for now, or ask Achieva AI to assess your background manually.

Student profile

Total students6
#2025
Higher education entry<5 · <5%
<5%
School leavers (ATAR)<5 · <5%
<5%
Secondary education<5 · <5%
<5%
Vocational pathway0 · 0.0%
0.0%
Other entry pathways<5 · <5%
<5%
International students<5 · <5%
<5%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • Sunshine CoastQLDJuly 2026
  • Sunshine CoastQLDMarch 2026
  • Sunshine CoastQLD