About the course

Develop core skills in animal science with the flexibility to select business electives that hone your management and leadership skills to further your career.

　　The Master of Animal Science is designed for recent graduates in any field, those with a Graduate Certificate in Animal Science, and for established professionals wanting to upgrade their skills or redirect their career into animal science.

　　You'll select from over 30 courses, including those within one of 2 specialised fields – Production Animal Science or Wildlife Biology – allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals.

　　The program also gives you the opportunity to complete a significant research project, which may provide a pathway to higher degree by research programs. 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	Gatton
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Gatton
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Gatton
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Gatton
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Gatton
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Gatton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Queensland

Bachelor degree in agricultural science, biological science, plant science (botany, horticulture or agronomy), equine science, animal science (behavior, production or technology), wildlife science, wildlife management, veterinary science, veterinary technology, zoology or an approved discipline. UQ or equivalent GPA of 5 or above on a 7 point scale. IELTS: Overall Band Score of 6.5 AND a minimum score of 6 in each sub-band of Writing, Reading, Speaking and Listening. TOEFL (Internet-Based-iBT): Overall score 87 with a Writing score of 21 and Reading, Speaking and Listening scores of 19. TOEFL (Paper-based): Overall score of 570 and a minimum score of 5.0 in the Test of Written English (TWE) and 54 in Listening and Reading.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

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 The University of Queensland. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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