About the course

Benefit from access to natural environments in proximity to JCU campuses, including savannahs, the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest, and coastal marine habitats. Your studies will integrate a range of disciplines such as zoology, ecology, botany, and behaviour and evolution biology across an array terrestrial and marine habitats.

　　Observe, explore and build your understanding of the diversity of the biological world while developing the skills necessary to conduct applied research and / or work in environmental science industries delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for conserving the natural environment. 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
Teaching Period 1 (February), 2024	Cairns
Teaching Period 1 (February), 2024	Townsville
Teaching Period 2 (July), 2024	Townsville
Teaching Period 2 (July), 2024	Cairns
Teaching Period 1 (February), 2025	Townsville
Teaching Period 1 (February), 2025	Cairns
Teaching Period 2 (July), 2025	Townsville
Teaching Period 2 (July), 2025	Cairns
Teaching Period 1 (February), 2026	Townsville
Teaching Period 1 (February), 2026	Cairns
Teaching Period 2 (July), 2026	Townsville
Teaching Period 2 (July), 2026	Cairns

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for James Cook University

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in Science with a minimum GPA of 5 (65%) or equivalent.Completion of a recognised, appropriate undergraduate degree, or equivalent prior learning including appropriate professional experience. IELTS - 6 (no component lower than 6.0). TOEFL (internet-based) - 74 (no component less than 18).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 74.0

　　

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 James Cook University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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