Bachelor of Animal Science

Overview

The aim of this course is to produce graduates who are capable of working successfully in an environment that requires basic scientific and technical knowledge in relation to animal science (particularly animal production and wildlife conservation and management), and the ability to source, evaluate, interpret and communicate new knowledge in this field as it emerges.

Admission and Credit

Minimum ATAR required65

Admission

Entry Requirement

A completed High School Certificate with a minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR

A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
OR

A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
OR

50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR

A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR

Successful completion of two University level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR

A minimum of three years relevant work experience AND documentary evidence of motivation to undertake university study in animal science. Such evidence must include a statement by the applicant addressing their work experience, the reason(s) for their interest in the course and what they have done (or will do) to prepare for the course. A statement of support (recommendation) from an employer or a professional person is highly desirable.

Vaccination Requirements required prior to study
Students commencing the Bachelor of Animal Science will be required to be vaccinated against both Q Fever and Tetanus before commencing study on campus.
The Q Fever vaccine, Q-Vax, will require pre-vaccination screening and can be delivered by your general practitioner. Please refer to the Government Q Fever Vaccination Fact Sheet for further information.
The Tetanus vaccine is also available from your general practitioner and requires to be updated with a booster every 10 years. If you have already received your Tetanus vaccination you will need to provide evidence that his has been received within the indicated timeframe. Please refer to the Government Tetanus Fact Sheet for further information.
More information regarding vaccination requirements can be found in the Requirements tab on the Workplace Learning website.

Checks

Vaccination/Immunisation status

Other graduation requirements

It is a requirement to graduate from the course that all students complete 30 days (7.5 h/d) of workplace learning throughout their enrolment in the course. The workplace learning component should be completed in Years 1 - 3, prior to enrolment in ASC310 Contemporary & Emerging Issues in Animal Science (Year 4 of standard enrolment pattern).

Language requirements

Standard

Structure

Course information

The course consists of:

20 x 8 credit point core subjects

1 x 16 credit point core subject

2 x compulsory subjects

8 x restricted electives

Students may transfer into the Honours stream at the beginning of Year 4, students have to obtain a credit grade in half of their Year 2 and Year 3 subjects, with no fails and completion in minimum time. The minimum GPA requirement is 4.50. Transfer is also subject to the availability of a suitable research project, funding and supervisor.

Students are required to complete 30 days (7.5 h/d) of extramural workplace learning during Years 1 to 3 prior to enrolment in ASC310 Contemporary and Emerging Issues in Animal Science (in Year 4).

Essential set256 Credit Points

The essential subject set consists of subjects that meet the specific depth of knowledge and skills requirements for the disciplinary or professional area of study in a course.

Core subjects176 Credit Points