Course overview
Students will develop their practical business skills and learn to manage native and exotic animals in the wild or in captivity. They will study wildlife anatomy and physiology, captive breeding, reproduction, nutrition, health, husbandry, ecology, welfare, and behaviour. Students will access UQ's specialist animal research and veterinary staff and facilities at the Gatton Campus. They will also learn from specialists in agribusiness, business management and marketing to develop their business skills. In both programs they will undertake field or work experiences to establish industry contacts and gain current, industry-relevant expertise. expertise. For more information, visit .
Course record
Career Opportunities
Agribusiness analyst; export trader; farm management consultant; wildlife scientist; ecotourism guide; conservation officer; land manager; ranger.
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
24.6-27.2Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
English requirement
IELTS 6.5, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 79, no band below 20PTE Academic 58-64, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 176-184, no band below 169
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 students<5
#2025Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- Gatton/St LuciaQLDFebruary 2026
- Gatton/St LuciaQLD

