Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences

Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences

Bachelor degree
36 months
Application deadlines: No deadline
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: A$80
Full-time
Intakes: March, July
International tuition: A$35,000
Domestic tuition: A$10,958

Program overview

You'll learn: Animal science Build important foundations in all aspects of animal science, including animal health, nutrition, physiology, welfare, reproduction and management. Zoology Gain an understanding of the many types of animals, their ecology and behaviour. Microbiology Learn about microorganisms, how they live, how they work and how they cause disease. Metabolic biochemistry Become familiar with the underlying biochemical processes that occur in animals, including those used to generate energy to maintain body functions.

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus

Requirements

Exams:

  • IELTS
Entry into a Bachelor Degree program at La Trobe University requires completion of Australian Year 12 (or international equivalent) with a certain grade, and meeting subject pre-requisites (if applicable). Please check your course for details. Subject prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English. English language requirement IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0.

Career opportunities

Animal scientists can find work across almost any industry related to animals. As a graduate, you'll be ready to apply for a large variety of roles including: Animal pathologist Specialise in diagnosing animal diseases by examining tissue and bodily fluids. Conservation scientist Use your knowledge to protect wildlife and improve land usage for governments, farmers and other stakeholders. Microbiologist Study bacteria, viruses and fungi to understand how they contribute to health and sickness in animals. Animal health officer Inspect facilities to ensure animal health, sanitation and wellbeing. This may include livestock markets, hatcheries, pet stores, animal quarantines, labs and feedlots.

Campus location

Melbourne , Australia