About Bachelor Of Veterinary And Wildlife Science in Federation University Australia
This degree offers a regional perspective relevant to local wildlife and animal health, and will also highlight key issues of international relevance by exploring suitable examples and case studies. Laboratory-based learning is supported by fieldwork at sites such as farming and breeding enterprises, animal health practices and natural habitats with wildlife populations.
You will study a wide range of topics including anatomy, animal health, biochemistry, cellular metabolism, immunology, microbiology, physiology and zoology.
In the final year, there is an opportunity for a research project or industry placement to explore your own area of interest and develop advanced technical skills.
Career opportunities
- Animal control officer
- Animal technician
- Biological scientist
- Clinical scientist
- Conservation and biodiversity manager
- Ecological advisor
- Evolution and adaption biologist
- Fisheries officer
- Park ranger
- Policy advisor
- Quarantine officer
- Researcher
- Wildlife officer
- Zoologist
- Geneticist
- Immunologist
- Laboratory technician
- Laboratory assistant
- Pathologist
- Cytologist
Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities in animal management and welfare, animal biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, research institutes and centres, diagnostic laboratories, animal quarantine and disease surveillance, wild animal research and management.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Completion of All India Senor School Certificate (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate (CISCE) with an average of 60% in best four academic subjects* OR Higher Secondary Certificate with an average of 70% (for Punjab and Haryana) or 65% (for other State Boards)in best four academic subjects*
*excludes local languages, work experience, physical education and other non-academic subjects
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: Overall 6.0 - 7.0 (no band less than 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT : 60 - 106 with minimums: Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24
- PTE: Overall 50 - 73 (no band less than 58)
Federation University Australia Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Application portal |
Online |
| Academic calendar |
Semester-based |
| Intake Session |
Summer/winter |
| Application fees |
25 AUD |
| Financial aid |
Grants, scholarships, loans |
| English language proficiency score |
TOEFL or equivalent |
Federation University Average Tution Fees and Other Expenses
It is advised that applicants who intend to enrol at the institution set aside an expected budget for foreign students who wish to study in Australia. The typical college expenses are as follows:
The table below lists the fees that international students must pay for the 2020 academic year:
| Fees |
Undergraduate (AUD) |
| Tuition |
14,400 – 34,600 |
| Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) |
752 |
| Living cost (accommodation, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment |
20,290 |
| Total |
35,442 – 55,642 |
