Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)

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Year2015 course information
Award granted Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)
CampusOffered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Cloud CampusNo
Duration3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code055286D Burwood (Melbourne)
Deakin course codeS393

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 ecology 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, habitat 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 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 will 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, or in environmental science more generally, and ready to take up challenging roles such as wildlife officer, conservation officer, wildlife manager, park ranger, project officer, environmental consultant, research scientist, wildlife biologist, conservation biologist and landscape ecologist. Opportunities exist to work with wildlife - including their habitats and threats - and the policies and strategies that guide management. Graduates obtain jobs in the private, government and not-for-profit sectors.


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:

  • 17 core units
  • 7 elective units
  • 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)
  • 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

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Level 1

Trimester 1

SLE111Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE103Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE151Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE010Unit description is currently unavailable *

plus one elective unit

Trimester 2

SLE102Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE114Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE132Unit description is currently unavailable

STP010Unit description is currently unavailable *

plus one elective unit

* SLE010 and STP010 are compulsory 0-credit point units

Level 2

Trimester 1

SLE201Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE220Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE204Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE202Unit description is currently unavailable

Trimester 2

SLE226Unit description is currently unavailable

plus three elective units

Level 3

Trimester 1

SLE301Unit description is currently unavailable #

SLE310Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE322Unit description is currently unavailable

plus one elective unit

Trimester 2

SLE309Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE317Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE332Unit description is currently unavailable

plus one elective unit

# Must have successfully completed STP010 Introduction to Work Placements (0 credit point unit)

Course structure