Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)
2014 Deakin University Handbook
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Year | 2014 course information |
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Award granted | Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) |
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Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne) |
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Cloud Campus | No |
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Duration | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
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CRICOS course code | 055286D Burwood (Melbourne) |
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Deakin course code | S393 |
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Course sub-headings
Course overview
Deakin's Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) was the first course to be offered in Victoria with a major focus on the biology of wildlife and conservation.
Content focuses on 'real-world' problem solving and applied solutions to wildlife and conservation issues. The course is designed to provide theoretical and practical expertise in a range of discipline areas such as biodiversity, wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation management, conservation, animal biology and park management.
The course is designed to enable graduates to contribute in a professional capacity to the study and management of wildlife populations both in Australia and overseas. You will be provided with knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in this vibrant interdisciplinary field.
The hands-on focus of the course features field-based experiences such as extended wildlife field studies trips and regular practical classes. You must complete a professional work placement and are actively encouraged to volunteer in local, regional and international environmental programs. The strong focus on skills, professional development and volunteering will prepare you for an exciting career in the industry.
An honours year is available for high-achieving students upon completion of this degree.
Units in the course may include assessment hurdle requirements.
Career opportunities
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) you will be qualified for a career in wildlife conservation and management, and environmental science, and ready to take up challenging roles such as wildlife officer, conservation officer, wildlife manager, park ranger, project officer, research scientist, wildlife biologist, conservation biologist and landscape ecologist.
Course expenses
In addition to student contribution fees, students may be required to meet their own expenses in connection with food and accommodation while on fieldwork.
Course rules
The course comprises a total of 24 credit points, which must include the following:
- 14 core units
- 10 elective units (5 restricted electives and 5 general electives)
- Completion of SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0 credit-point compulsory unit)
- Completion of STP010 Introduction to Work Placements (0 credit-point compulsory unit)
- At least 5 elective units from a prescribed list below (pre-requisites apply)
- No more than 10 credit points at level 1
- At least 14 credit points over levels 2 and 3 with a minimum of 6 credit points at level 3
- Up to 5 electives can be taken outside the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment
Course structure
Level 1
Trimester 1
SLE111 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE103 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE151 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE010 | Unit description is currently unavailable * |
plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
SLE102 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE114 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE132 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
STP010 | Unit description is currently unavailable * |
plus one elective unit
* SLE010 and STP010 are compulsory 0-credit point units
Level 2
Trimester 1
SLE201 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE220 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE204 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
SLE226 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus three elective units
Level 3
Trimester 1
SLE301 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE310 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE322 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
SLE309 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus three elective units
Students are required to select at least five of their elective units from the prescribed list below:
Conservation Practice
SLE215 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE216 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE225 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE239 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE302 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE317 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Biology and Ecology
SLE136 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE202 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE203 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE205 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE237 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE254 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE307 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE350 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
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