Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Taronga Wildlife Conservation)

Program Overview

This Bachelor's program combines biology, wildlife conservation, and cultural awareness. It develops research and problem-solving skills through international mobility, while providing expertise in wildlife conservation and preparing graduates for careers in the field, including sustainability, environmental consultancy, animal health, and NGOs. The program is taught by researchers and practitioners, and includes opportunities to learn from experts in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Taronga Wildlife Conservation) is an undergraduate coursework degree designed to develop research skills in biology and wildlife conservation, enhance cultural awareness through international mobility opportunities, and equip graduates with the capability and confidence to work across cultural boundaries.

Objectives:

• Develop research skills in biology and wildlife conservation.
• Enhance cultural awareness and confidence to work across cultural boundaries through international mobility opportunities.
• Provide essential knowledge in fundamental sciences.
• Develop expertise in wildlife conservation through the Taronga Wildlife Conservation stream.
• Enhance leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in the final year.
• Prepare graduates for a wide range of conservation-related careers.

Program Description:

This unique degree combines biology, ecology, and conservation with units in statistics and animal sciences. It offers comprehensive training in all aspects of wildlife conservation, including animal health, wildlife management, and animal behaviour. The program is delivered across two locations: Camperdown/Darlington University of Sydney and Mosman, Sydney Taronga Conservation Society.

Teaching:

• Taught by dedicated researchers and practitioners from the University of Sydney and Taronga Conservation Society Australia.
• Provides opportunities to learn from experts in the field.
• Emphasizes addressing global conservation challenges.

Careers:

Graduates are equipped for roles in:

• Wildlife conservation
• Sustainability
• Environmental consultancy
• Animal health and reproduction
• Government and policy
• NGOs
• Business and analytics
• Genetics
• Teaching (with further training)

Other:

• The degree comprises a Wildlife Conservation major.
• The program includes core units, project units, embedded program and major, units from the Open Learning Environment, and elective units.
• Students can apply for an appended honours degree after completing three years of undergraduate study if they meet the relevant admissions requirements.
• The University of Sydney is ranked equal 19th globally in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.
• The Taronga-Sydney Alliance offers unique opportunities to develop skills and expertise in conservation.