Tropical animal science programs are available to graduates from agricultural science, animal science, rural science, science or related degrees.

Build on your existing qualifications with the Graduate Diploma of Animal Science at JCU. Complement a degree in veterinary science with specialist skills in tropical settings.

Learn to apply your understanding of animals in tropical climates to maximise cost-effective food production. Achieve a high level of independence in your decision making. Demonstrate accountability and professional development.

Understand recent developments in animal science and become familiar with essential ethical frameworks. Develop your skills to communicate with non-specialist audiences.

JCU Animal Science graduates have specialised knowledge and skills to excel in animal production in tropical climates.

Graduates go on to have careers involving animal nutrition, applied pathology, aquatic pathobiology, epidemiology and biometrics, immunology, microbiology, and parasitology.

You could find work in tropical or sub-tropical areas, or go on to study the Graduate Diploma of Animal Science.