Bachelor of Science (Wildlife Conservation Biology)

Wildlife is vanishing throughout the world.

Many species will disappear during your working life.Do you want to buck this trend and reverse imminent species loss?

Our Bachelor of Science (Wildlife Conservation Biology) gives you the knowledge and skills to safeguard our ecosystems and protect the future of wildlife in crisis.

The Bachelor of Science (Wildlife Conservation Biology) offers a combination of theory and practical experience in the integrative disciplines of landscape ecology, wildlife genetics, endangered species biology and pest management. In second and third year, students engage with conservation-active University of Adelaide staff and our research partners to undertake specialist training in animal and plant identification and participate in meaningful field work linked to current long-term research and monitoring programs. These unique real-world experiences equip students with the practical and professional skills sought by public and private sector employers both in Australia and overseas.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Bachelor of Science (Wildlife Conservation Biology)

Example Study Plan

Indicative study plan Year1 S1 BIOLOGY 1001 Fundamentals of BiologyORBIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes and CellsORBIOLOGY 1401Concepts in Biology I ABORIG 1001 Indigenous People, Country & Protocols SCIENCE 1400 Science or Fiction I Approved Level I Elective 1 x 3 units S2 BIOLOGY 1202 Biology I: Organisms ENV BIOL 1002 Ecological Issues I STATS 1004 Statistical Practice I (Life Sciences)[or Semester 1] Approved Level I Elective 1 x 3 units Year2 S1 ENV BIOL 2500 Botany II ENV BIOL 2503 Zoology II ENV BIOL 2520 Animal Identification (Wildlife Conservation) II Approved Level II Elective 1 x 3 units S2 ENV BIOL 2502 Ecology II ENV BIOL 2501 Evolutionary Biology II ENV BIOL 2515 Plant Identification (Wildlife Conservation Biology) II Approved Level II Elective 1 x 3 units Year 3 S1 ENV BIOL 3540 Research Methods in Wildlife Conservation III ENV BIOL 3121 Concepts in Ecology III Approved Level III Elective 1 x 3 units Approved Level III Elective 1 x 3 units S2 ENV BIOL 3575 Advanced Applications in Conservation Biology III  ENV BIOL 3580 Conservation Biology III Approved Level III Elective 1 x 3 units Approved Level III Elective 1 x 3 units

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

Career Readiness

•  environmental consultancies for businesses in the primary industry sector
•  non-government conservation and wildlife organisations
•  government and regulatory offices
•  academic research and teaching institutions.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

Adelaide Graduate Attributes

1. Deep discipline knowledge
2. Critical thinking and problem solving
3. Teamwork and communication skills
4. Career and leadership readiness
5. Intercultural and ethical competency
6. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Industry Placement

Potential careers

Land Resources and Land Care, Natural Resource Manager, Natural Resource Planner, Conservation Scientist, Environmental Biologist, Environmental Consultant, Fisheries Researcher, Ecotour Operator, Environmental Manager, Geospatial Scientist, Wildlife Conservationist