About the course

Ecology and conservation biology are vital for solving the environmental challenges our society is facing today.

　　You’ll be taught by internationally renowned conservation experts, and can choose to specialise in conservation biology, marine ecology or evolutionary ecology.

　　Gain real-world experience in solving ecological problems by conducting fieldwork in a range of rainforest, outback and marine environments.

　　You’ll be equipped to tackle global issues such as biodiversity loss, climate change, diminishing natural resources and the environmental impacts of human activity.

　　Employment demand has risen strongly over the past 5 years, with roles available in government departments and agencies, private industry or environmental organisations. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: AU$228,880

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	St Lucia
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Herston
Semester 2 (July), 2024	St Lucia
Semester 1 (February), 2025	St Lucia

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Queensland

Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B, plus one of Physics or Chemistry. Both Chemistry and Physics, and Mathematics C are recommended. International Baccalaureate: 29. IELTS: Overall Band Score of 6.5 AND a minimum score of 6 in each sub-band of Writing, Reading, Speaking and Listening. TOEFL (Internet-Based-iBT): Overall score 87 with a Writing score of 21 and Reading, Speaking and Listening scores of 19. TOEFL (Paper-based): Overall score of 570 and a minimum score of 5.0 in the Test of Written English (TWE) and 54 in Listening and Reading.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Queensland. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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