Course overview
This program provides students with a scientific understanding of animals, our relationship with them and management of them. It equips graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to face challenges such as improving the conditions and methods by which we manage companion animals, shrinking habitat, feral animals threatening indigenous animal populations, and a need for food and fiber products to be produced more, sustainably, efficiently and humanely. Honours can be undertaken as an additional year in the Bachelor Science (Honours) which provides opportunities for students to get a real taste of what research involves, and helps to develop high level skills that are in demand in the field of animal science research and the wider animal science sector. For more course information, visit UNE's Course Handbook.
Course record
Majors
Animal Bioscience; Livestock Science.
Minors: Business; Genetics; Livestock Production; Nutrition and Physiology; Research Methods; Sustainable Animal Management; Wildlife Ecology and Management; Wool.
Career Opportunities
Advisory, regulatory and research positions in all agricultural fields, particularly in breeding, management and consultancy for the livestock industries and agribusiness.
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
24-26Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 5.5TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 15PTE Academic 50, no band below 42Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 162
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Student profile
Total students34
#2025Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- ArmidaleNSWFebruary 2026
- ArmidaleNSWJune 2026
- ArmidaleNSW

