Bachelor of Animal Science
Postgraduate
Online
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Postgraduate
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Online
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Start date
March
Develop knowledge and skills in animal production, management and welfare across a range of domestic and wildlife animal species with the Bachelor of Animal Science from Charles Sturt University. You'll receive comprehensive training and practical experience to prepare you for a career working with animals or in animal-related industries.
This degree could take you anywhere in Australia or the world – from animal production enterprises and ancillary industries, to education or advisory roles; working in research laboratories and in the field; or in management and conservation in a wide range of habitats, enterprises and organisations (e.g. zoos) across the globe.
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For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.
If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
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Graduation requirements
As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
Bachelor of Animal Science (Honours)
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 256 points.
Bachelor of Animal Science
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 256 points.Full subject list
Total points required 256
There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to Charles Sturt University courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.
Please note: in line with our admissions policy, if you intend to study in Australia on a student visa you must be at least 18 years old by the course start date.
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- Production
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Course programme
Career opportunities Diverse careers are available when you graduate from Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Animal Science. Work in animal health, welfare and nutrition Animal-based careers include roles such as animal nutritionist, behaviour consultancy, enterprise manager, laboratory technician, animal education officer and animal welfare officer. Manage animal populations You could help manage populations of domestic and production animal species, or free-living or captive populations. Explore many other opportunities You could pursue a career in research, teaching, commerce/business or a government advisory or regulatory role as a policy officer, environmental scientist, quarantine officer or scientific officer.
Bachelor of Animal Science