Bachelor of Science Major in Zoology

The zoology major is for students with an interest in the biology of animals, in particular the behaviour, distribution, physiology and conservation of wildlife. If you enjoy pursuing your curiosity and understanding the world around you, consider yourself an innovator, and are passionate about shaping the world from our living laboratory, our Bachelor of Science provides a gateway to an exciting world of rewarding careers. This degree can be combined to combined to form a double degree. Explore your options and find out how you can accelerate your career. The University of Tasmania’s science degree provides you with a foundation of core skills in science, analysis, and rational thinking. You have options to focus your study in one or more scientific disciplines and learn the methods to apply your skills and knowledge to the practical needs of industry, business, and government in both scientific and non-scientific roles. In choosing a Bachelor of Science you can: Select one or two science majors from our range of exciting options, plus expand your educational experience and study units of your choice from across the University. Explore a range of study options through your choice of electives, discovering potential new areas of interest even after you start studying. Learn through hands-on practical experience including laboratory work, field trips, field-based units, and research projects. Enjoy being mentored by highly qualified staff, many of whom are national and world leaders in their field.

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a year 12 education in Australia. You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies: Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above, Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher .