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Bachelor of Science (Animal Science)

Campus Roseworthy Campus

Degree Type Bachelor

Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code 324141

2009
ATAR 80

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  • Program Outline

    The program offers a broad range of animal science courses that cover wildlife, livestock and companion animal species. 

  • Program Structure

    In the first year level, students undertake foundation science courses which form the background for later studies in areas such as animal physiology, nutrition, breeding and management. The program has a strong emphasis on the practical skills utilised in the area of animal science. Level I involves studies at both North Terrace and Roseworthy Campuses, while the core elements of the rest of the program will be based at Roseworthy Campus.  

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

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    SATAC Code 324141
    2009 CSP ATAR 80
    2009 CSP IB 27
    Annual tuition fees
    Commonwealth-supported place: $4,249
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
    Prerequisites
    For midyear entry, applicants should contact the Student Centre before applying to ensure that an appropriate study pathway is available.
    Assumed Knowledge
    SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies

    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    • Other Entry Pathways
    How to Apply
    SATAC Code: 324141

    International applicants

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    International ATAR 80
    IB 26
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? No
    CRICOS 047801A
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Assumed Knowledge
    Chemistry and Mathematics desirable
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 80
    IB 26
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

    International ATAR 80
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? No
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Assumed Knowledge
    SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies
  • Study Plans

    The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Level I

    Semester 1 (core courses)

    Semester 2 (core courses)

    Plus passes in additional courses to the value of 3 units chosen from:

    * STATS 1000 Statistical Practice I offered in Semester 1 can be substituted if required.

    Level II

    Semester 1 (core courses)

    Semester 2 (core courses)

    Level III

    Semester 1 (core courses)

    Semester 2 (core courses)

    Plus passes in additional courses to the value of 6 units chosen from:

    * (MY) - taught in mid-year break
  • Career Opportunities

     

    Graduates of the program can expect to find employment as animal science professionals in areas such as:

    •  Livestock and agricultural management

    •  Livestock production and nutrition

    •  Vertebrate pest management

    •  Wildlife conservation

    Employers would include:

    •  Government agencies

    •  Private companies

    •  Zoos and animal welfare organisations

     

    Potential careers

    Land Resources and Land Care, Animal Behaviouralist, Livestock Production, National Parks / Ranger, Natural Resource Manager, Natural Resource Planner, Parks Management, Quarantine Officer, Environmental Scientist, Government Officer, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Science Communicators, Scientific Officer, Pathway to Veterinary Medicine, Pest Control, Animal Breeding, Animal Welfare, Animal / Veterinary Technician, Aquaculture, Marine Biologist, Catchment Management, Research Scientist, ...

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  • Further Information
    Information sessions will be held at the Roseworthy Information Day, 15 August 2008, and the University of Adelaide Open Day, 17 August 2008. An information session will also be held Ground Floor, Napier Building, North Terrace Campus from 4-6 pm on 10 December 2008. For further details: Telephone (08) 8303 5673, email faculty.sciences@adelaide.edu.au or visit www.sciences.adelaide.edu.au.
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Cathy Dodd

I developed a passion for animals, particularly livestock, in high school. The University of Adelaide offered a course which would allow me to explore this interest and develop a career doing something I really enjoy. The Animal Science degree appealed to me for its broad view of the animal industries, and it's setting out at the Roseworthy Campus.

 

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