Bachelor of Zoology and Animal Science

Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

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Overview

Through Deakin’s Bachelor of Zoology and Animal Science, you will explore the social and economic impact that human activity has on animals and their ecosystems. Investigate how animals respond and adapt to changes in the environment, including climate change, with a strong focus on Australian fauna and its unique importance in the global environment. Apply the latest research techniques to test hypotheses in the real-world and develop evidence-based decision-making skills valued by industry.

You will work with living subjects in the lab and field giving you a first-hand understanding of the form and function of animals and the underlying mechanisms that influence their ecology and evolution. You will also learn broadly about how animal’s respond to changing environments over time. Best of all, your journey will be supported by teaching staff who share your passion for animals.

Course information

Prerequisites

Year 12 prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

Non-Year 12 prerequisites

As for Year 12 or equivalent, see: www.deakin.edu.au/undergrad-entry.

Majors

Animal science (Evolution, Diversity, Biology, Navigation, Welfare, Animals and climate change, Conservation genetics, Physiology), Applied data analytics (minor only), Indigenous studies (minor only, online only), Zoology (Ornithology, Animal behaviour and communication, Wildlife disease, Ecology).

Potential Career Outcomes

Employers value Deakin graduates’ range of practical experience and evidence-based decision-making skills. You’ll be well-placed to explore opportunities in areas include Academia, Museums, Zoologists, Ecologists, Agricultural industry, Animal scientists, Animal welfare officers, Biomedical industry, Conservation and environmental management, Environmental officers, Food industry, Park rangers, Project officers and Wildlife disease officers.

ATAR & Selection Rank

The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.

ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds
ATAR
(excluding adjustment factors)
Selection Rank
(including adjustment factors)
Highest rank to receive an offer99.4599.95
Median rank to receive an offer68.6578.00
Lowest rank to receive an offer53.5565.50

<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the Deakin University website for admission criteria information.

Course Seeker

This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.


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