Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)

Program Overview

Deakin University's Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) equips students with the knowledge and skills to address wildlife and conservation challenges. Through fieldwork, hands-on experiences, and professional development opportunities, students gain practical experience and prepare for careers in wildlife conservation and management, environmental science, and related fields. The program emphasizes practical solutions to global issues in wildlife ecology, biodiversity, and fire ecology.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) from Deakin University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address real-world wildlife and conservation issues. The program focuses on developing practical solutions to global challenges in these areas, providing students with a solid foundation in wildlife ecology, biodiversity, fire ecology, and a range of other relevant topics. Through regular fieldwork and hands-on experiences, including a yearly field studies camp, students gain valuable practical experience to prepare them for their future careers. The program also emphasizes professional development through work placements and work-integrated learning programs, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the job market.

Outline:

Core Units

• Ecology and the Environment
• Biodiversity: a Global Perspective
• Foundation for Environmental Science
• Wildlife Ecology
• Environmental Botany
• Indigenous Engagement: Natural Resource Management
• Society and Environment
• Environmental Team Based Research
• Bushfire Management
• Landscapes and Their Management
• Professional Practice
• Wildlife Conservation and Management
• Australian Vegetation and Its Management
• Geographic Information Systems for Environmental Scientists
• Zoological and Wildlife Field Studies

Electives

Students can choose from a range of elective units offered across many courses, including units from completely different discipline areas (subject to meeting unit requirements).

Course Schedule

Trimester 1 - March Trimester 2 - July

Careers:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) are qualified for careers in wildlife conservation and management, or in environmental science more generally. Potential job roles include:

• Wildlife officer
• Conservation officer
• Wildlife manager
• Park ranger
• Project officer
• Environmental consultant
• Research scientist
• Wildlife biologist
• Conservation biologist
• Landscape ecologist