Wildlife Science focuses on the biology and management of wild animals, including their ecology and conservation. As a wildlife scientist you will study native and exotic birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians in natural or created environments, their biodiversity and human-wildlife interactions.

This major gives you the ability to implement and evaluate wildlife management programs for captive and free-ranging wildlife. You will develop a strong scientific knowledge of wildlife anatomy and physiology, breeding, reproduction, nutrition, health, husbandry, ecology, welfare and behaviour. With excellent wildlife trapping, identification and handling skills, you can make a major contribution to the wildlife, game and vertebrate pest management industries in Australia.

As part of your program, there is an opportunity to take a three-week International Experience elective that examines wildlife and natural resource management in Australia and Southern Africa.

You also have the option to complete a dual qualification, the bachelor degree plus a Certificate IV in Captive Animals.

You will find employment in research, managerial and educator roles within wildlife sanctuaries, zoos and government agencies or:

• as a biologist within Government agencies
• as a conservation officer
• in ecotourism
• in land management
• in marine resource organisations
• in vertebrate pest and game management
• as a wildlife biologist
• as a wildlife technician
• in government agencies
• in wildlife sanctuaries and zoos.