About the course

Learn about animals and turn your love of nature into a meaningful career. Study animals in their natural habitats to better understand how we can protect their future. The first step in a career in animal conservation. On successful completion of the Diploma in Animal Ecology, and subject to meeting all other entry criteria, you may receive up to 96 units of credit towards UniSC's Bachelor of Animal Ecology. In this program you will:

　　Learn about biodiversity, conservation, human-animal interactions, and the impacts of a changing environment

　　Study a wide range of marine and terrestrial wildlife, including sharks, snakes, birds, turtles and whales

　　Develop your skills and knowledge to work in ecotourism, in entry-level roles within Government and non-government wildlife management and conservation organisations, or as an environmental educator Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Sippy Downs
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Hervey Bay
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Petrie
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Hervey Bay
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Petrie
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Sippy Downs
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Hervey Bay
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Petrie
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Hervey Bay
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Petrie
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Sippy Downs
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Hervey Bay
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Petrie
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Hervey Bay
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Petrie

　　

How to apply

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of the Sunshine Coast. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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