• The Bachelor of Wildlife Science focuses on animal biology and management of wild animals through a strong understanding of biodiversity and human–wildlife interactions.
• Undertake core coursework to develop skills in wildlife trapping, identification and animal handling to contribute to management of wildlife and game, and understand how to manage pests.
• Gain a deep scientific knowledge of wildlife anatomy and physiology, captive breeding, reproduction, nutrition, animal health, husbandry, ecology, welfare and behaviour.
• Study native and exotic amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals and learn how they interact with their own environment and with humans.

You will find employment in research, managerial and educator roles, including:

• as a biologist
• as a conservation officer in ecotourism
• as a land manager
• in marine resource organisations
• in vertebrate pest and game management
• as a wildlife biologist
• as a wildlife technician
• in government agencies
• in wildlife sanctuaries and zoos.

You can also choose to pursue a research career by undertaking a research honours year, which could lead to postgraduate studies.