Overview
What will you do?
Explore why cat’s meow, find out if parrots are smart, and play with the odd puppy or two as you build the skills to join this growing industry. With the Bachelor of Science in Animal Behaviour from University of Adelaide, you will:
- study the behaviour of animals big and small, including cats, dogs, birds, horses, livestock, wildlife and insects
- build practical skills through internship opportunities
- join a close-knit, animal-loving community at our Roseworthy campus
- learn about animal development and the biological drivers of behaviour
- explore your personal animal interests through research projects and case studies
- draw on the University’s internationally recognised expertise in animal science and veterinary bioscience.
There is also a strong practical element, with opportunities for industry experience, field work and study tours.
Career
There is a growing understanding that behaviour (both human and animal) is key to a wide range of areas, including policy, economics, law enforcement and resource management. Employment opportunities exist in the following areas:
- shelters and welfare organisations
- private animal training
- zoos and wildlife parks
- animal management for government agencies
- research
- education.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Animal Handling & Husbandry
- Animal Behaviour Welfare Ethics
- Psychology
- Biology: Organisms
- Statistical Practice (Life Sciences)
- Biology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
- There is not a specific application deadline, however we strongly encourage students to lodge their application no later than 6 weeks before the commencement
Language
Credits
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Disciplines
Animal Science View 37 other Bachelors in Animal Science in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 097317K
- Selection Rank (International) 75
- International Baccalaureate (IB) 26
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) 18
- United Entrance Certificate (UEC) [Malaysia] 20
- General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level 7
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 70%
- British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (Canada) 70%
Tuition Fee
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International
50800 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50800 AUD per year during 36 months. -
National
8950 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8950 AUD per year during 36 months.
- Domestic applicants: Commonwealth-supported place
Living costs for Adelaide
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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