Overview
Overview
During the Agriculture - Production Animal Science program at University of Melbourne you will develop an applied knowledge of animal science, which will prepare you to progress to the University of Melbourne’s Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, if you’re pursuing a veterinary career.
You’ll gain a detailed understanding of animal production industries, animal behaviour and disease, and how management strategies can optimise growth and welfare.
In the Agriculture - Production Animal Science program at University of Melbourne, you will study subjects designed to develop your understanding of biochemistry and microbiology in an agricultural context. You will apply this knowledge in a range of third-year topics including animal disease, production and growth, behaviour and welfare, including this major’s capstone subject, Production Animal Physiology.
You can choose to spend Semester 2 of your second year at Dookie campus, where you can observe a wide variety of farming industries first-hand including cropping, livestock and dairy management, horticulture and viticulture enterprises, as well as support industries such as irrigation management, logistics and food processing operations.
Careers
Some of the roles you can work in after graduation are:- Animal nutritionist: improve livestock growth and productivity
- Animal health or welfare officer: enforce the law and educate the public
- Quarantine officer: maintain biosecurity, keeping Australia and other countries disease free
- Pharmaceutical representative: inform producers of the latest medical advancements and how and when to use them
- Feedlot manager: combine the above skills to run an efficient, profitable and ethical operation
- Extension officer: explain the latest scientific research to individual farmers and businesses and help them to find technical solutions to issues
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Agriculture in Australia
- Agricultural Systems Biology
- Natural Environments
- Plant Production Systems
- Genetics for Agriculture
- Agricultural Economics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Melbourne, Australia
Disciplines
Agriculture Animal Science View 36 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
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General requirements
CRICOS code: 037228G
- Entry score 2023: 70.00 GUARANTEED ENTRY
- Lowest ATAR selected 2023: 64.60 GUIDE ONLY
- Units 3 & 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL, and at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics or at least 30 in Further Mathematics.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents50957 AUD / year≈ 50957 AUD / year
Additional Details
- National: Commonwealth supported places (CSP)
- International: AUD$150,476-$150,476
Living costs
Melbourne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
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