Course overview
Develop knowledge and skills in animal production, management and welfare across a range of domestic and wildlife animal species with the Bachelor of Animal Science from Charles Sturt University. You'll receive comprehensive training and practical experience to prepare you for a career working with animals or in animal-related industries.
The first three years include a rigorous laboratory and field-based science program including fundamental study of anatomy, physiology, animal nutrition, behaviour, welfare, genetics and reproduction to provide a solid foundation for a future career working with animals and in the animal industries In the final year, students select from either restricted electives based on your interests or, if a high achiever, there is the option of undertaking an Honours research project and dissertation on a topic that interests you.
This course also focuses on contemporary, relevant and practical issues that influence animal management and production, so that you have knowledge of the major biophysical, environmental, economic, social and policy drivers that underpin Animal Science.
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Areas of study
Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Animal Science provides a broad foundation in biological sciences, research skills and animal health, welfare, behaviour, nutrition, genetics, breeding and management/husbandry. You can tailor your animal science degree to your interests and career goals. In addition to the general animal science option, study streams are also available in animal production and management, or wildlife conservation and management.
Other Information
Practical experience
30 days mandatory workplace learning/practical industry experience outside the university during university vacation periods.
Honours
An integrated honours program is available for high achieving students in the fourth (final) year of study.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Animal production/conservation consultant, extension or field officer, research scientist, research officer, technical adviser in animal health or nutrition companies, animal welfare officer, wildlife ecologist, zookeeper, manager of livestock production or breeding enterprises, policy and regulatory affairs concerning animal therapeutics or disease control, biomedical scientist. Animal scientists work in all parts of the world, from the field to research laboratories, and with all types of animals from pets to farm animals and wildlife.
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
24-25Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
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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Campuses & intake dates
- Wagga WaggaNSW