Bachelor of Science in Animal Behaviour

With a degree in animal behaviour, you can Immerse yourself in the world of animal psychology and get ready to understand them like never before. If you love interacting with animals and are fascinated by pets and their personalities, this degree will give you the insights you need to work with all kinds of species. Explore why cat’s meow, find out if parrots are smart, and play with the odd puppy or two as you build the skills to join this growing industry. Study animal behaviour and be rewarded with the keys to the animal kingdom. Explore the science behind why animals act in certain ways, how to work with them, and how to protect their futures. Your studies will also strengthen your understanding of human behaviour as you explore our relationship with animals.

How do birds know when to start their annual migration Why do cats rub their heads against things Answer these questions and more as you explore the behaviour of animals big and small – including cats, dogs, birds, horses, livestock, wildlife and insects. Build practical skills through internship opportunities as well as field work and study tours.

Your degree could lead you to nurture exotic pets, prepare greyhounds for adoption, or shape policies in animal management for local government. You might train dogs for roles guiding the visually impaired, detecting in customs, or even comforting children with autism and anxiety. Perhaps you’ll host your very own animal science show on TV.

To be eligible for admission, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission: Recent secondary education (Year 12) Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE). Vocational Education and Training (VET) Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher. Higher education study Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) of an undergraduate certificate (AQF level 5) or higher qualification from a recognised higher education institution. IELTS Overall 6.5 IELTS Reading 6.0 IELTS Listening 6.0 IELTS Speaking 6.0 IELTS Writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT- 79 with subscore 20 in speaking, 19 in reading, 20 in listening, 24 in writing