Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience)

The University of Sydney

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4 Years

Course duration

7/31/2025

Start Date

US$38025

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If you have a keen interest in animals, the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience) will give you fundamental and applied knowledge in animal bioscience. You will acquire a broad overview of both domestic animals and wildlife species, how they interact with their environment, and gain comparative knowledge in fields such as applied biotechnologies, reproduction and nutrition. We will cover animal structure and function in detail and apply innovative approaches and technologies to enhance animal management and welfare. We will also explore animal behaviour and management systems that respect ethical and environmental concerns and promote animal welfare. This industry-oriented, science-based degree will prepare you for a career in a wide variety of veterinary and animal science industries. The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Animal and Veterinary Bioscience) provides you with an all-inclusive appreciation of the multidisciplinary sciences involved in the veterinary and allied animal science industries, including companion animals and wildlife. Alongside the breadth of animal science you can choose a complementary major from a broad range of areas either to specialise or diversify your knowledge and prepare you for dynamic opportunities to work with animals. Throughout the four years the Bachelor of Advanced Studies you will integrate a second major as well as studies from a range of disciplines involving advanced coursework and cross-disciplinary, community, professional, research or entrepreneurial project work. Majors You are required to complete a program in Animal and Veterinary Bioscience including a major in Animal and Veterinary Bioscience. You are also required to choose a second major either from your faculty options below or from our shared pool of majors. Anatomy and Histology (Major) Animal Health, Disease and Welfare (Major) Animal Production (Major) Applied Medical Science (Major) Behavioural Sciences (Major) Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (Major) Biology (Major) Cell and Developmental Biology (Major) Chemistry (Major) Computer Science (Major) Data Science (Major) Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (Major) Environmental Studies (Major) Financial Mathematics and Statistics (Major) Food Science (Major) Genetics and Genomics (for Animal and Veterinary Bioscience) (Major) Geography (Major) Geology and Geophysics (Major) History and Philosophy of Science (Major) Immunology and Pathology (Major) Infectious Diseases (Major) Information Systems (Major) Marine Science (Major) Mathematics (Major) Medicinal Chemistry (Major) Microbiology (Major) Neuroscience (Major) Nutrition Science (Major) Pharmacology (Major) Physics (Major) Physiology (Major) Plant Production (Major) Quantitative Life Sciences (Major) Software Development (Major) Soil Science and Hydrology (Major) Statistics (Major) Careers & future study Graduate opportunities Our graduates can be found in diverse roles including agricultural scientist, animal health and welfare professional, animal ethicist, animal nutritionist, biosecurity researcher, ecologist, environmental policymaker, geneticist, wildlife population manager, veterinarian (with further study in our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine).

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A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses. IELTS score: A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band

Language requirements

IELTS

score:6.5

TOEFL

score:85

4 Years - Full time

Fee

A$57,700.00 (US$ 38,025) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

7/31/2025

Address

Camperdown/Darlington Campus, Superintendents House, 160 City Road, THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY, New South Wales, 2008, SYDNEY, Australia

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The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is currently ranked in the top 50 universities in the world.* It is also first in Australia and fourth in the world for graduate employability (2018 QS Graduate Employability Rankings). Students come from 134 different countries to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
There are plenty of facilities to enjoy on campus, including a gym with a heated Olympic-size swimming pool and a rock climbing centre. Students can soak up some culture at the University’s art galleries and museums, grab coffee, breakfast or lunch at one of the 30 cafes and restaurants, and enjoy after-work drinks and entertainment at the on-campus bars.
All enrolled students have the opportunity to get involved in clubs and societies run by the University of Sydney Union (USU). There are more than 200, ranging from sports clubs to language and cultural groups. Students can also establish their own clubs, with support from USU.
There are many support services available to students, including disability services, careers advisers, a confidential counselling service, health service, and financial assistance office. When it comes to studying, students have access to the largest academic library in the southern hemisphere. It spans over 11 locations and holds more than 5.2 million books, journals and ebooks.
It is possible for students to expand their career opportunities through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the University’s 270 overseas programs.

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