Bachelor of Animal Science

Charles Sturt University

Australia, Port Macquarie

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Charles Sturt University

Australia , Port Macquarie

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Wagga Wagga

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,600 / year

Next Intake 3-Mar-2026

Bachelor of Animal Science

About

The aim of this course is to produce graduates who are capable of working successfully in an environment that requires basic scientific and technical knowledge in relation to animal science (particularly animal production and wildlife conservation and management), and the ability to source, evaluate, interpret and communicate new knowledge in this field as it emerges.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A completed High School Certificate with a minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR
A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
OR
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification.
OR
50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.
OR
A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
Successful completion of two University level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.
OR
A minimum of three years relevant work experience AND documentary evidence of motivation to undertake university study in animal science. Such evidence must include a statement by the applicant addressing their work experience, the reason(s) for their interest in the course and what they have done (or will do) to prepare for the course. A statement of support (recommendation) from an employer or a professional person is highly desirable.

Vaccination Requirements required prior to study

Students commencing the Bachelor of Animal Science will be required to be vaccinated against both Q Fever and Tetanus before commencing study on campus.

The Q Fever vaccine, Q-Vax, will require pre-vaccination screening and can be delivered by your general practitioner. Please refer to the Government Q Fever Vaccination Fact Sheet for further information.

The Tetanus vaccine is also available from your general practitioner and requires to be updated with a booster every 10 years. If you have already received your Tetanus vaccination you will need to provide evidence that his has been received within the indicated timeframe. Please refer to the Government Tetanus Fact Sheet for further information.

More information regarding vaccination requirements can be found in the Requirements tab on the Workplace Learning website.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements

You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:for undergraduate courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:

a minimum overall score of 6.0
no individual score below 5.5

Career

Be able to apply appropriate management methods and technologies to maintain domestic and wildlife species in good health and welfare in a range of sustainable and productive environmental conditions
Be able to apply a fundamental knowledge of animal biological sciences and skills gained at University to the workplace in an organised, critical and innovative way to solve problems and disseminate knowledge
Be able to engage in sustainable, ethical & socially responsible practice within the animal science industries, and sensitively integrate principles of cultural diversity both locally with Indigenous Australian peoples, and globally
Be able to engage in active personal and professional planning and development through reflecting on academic, technical and professional skills, identifying and addressing weaknesses through pro-active self-evaluation
Demonstrate the knowledge to be able to take a competent approach to handling a range of animal species in a safe and professional manner
Demonstrate the ability to use various forms of inquiry to obtain evidence based information and be able to critically evaluate, synthesise and use that information to solve problems
Be able to discuss the importance of animal production in modern-day societies and assess its economic, cultural & environmental impacts (locally & globally)
Be able to utilise and apply a combination of literacy, numeracy, digital and communication skills, both autonomously and collaboratively to achieve effective, professional relationship with existing and potential industry stakeholders
Be able to communicate the major biophysical, environmental, economic, social and policy drivers that underpin Animal Science and appraise how they impact on animal management and production

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,600

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

Step 1: Choose your degree

Choose from a wide range of courses at Charles Sturt University. Wherever you want to take your career – in IT, nursing, education, healthcare, science or any other industry – we’ve got the right course for you.

Step 2: Understand your entry requirements

International students must meet minimum academic and English language requirements to be eligible to study with us.

Step 3: Before you apply

You've found the course you want to study and now it's time to get organised for your Australian adventure. Before you apply, it's a good idea to get familiar with your new destination and all the things you will need to do to make your transition smooth. Our live and work and before you arrive pages are great places to start to help you with that checklist.

Step 4: Check if you are eligible for credit

Charles Sturt University highly values and recognises a range of overseas qualifications, and has developed advanced standing arrangements with institutions in various countries.

Step 5: Prepare supporting documentation

Do you need to include official documentation with your application? If so, it may need verification as a true and accurate copy. Check below to see if your documents need to be verified.

Verify your documents

If you are an international applicant, you can submit scanned verified copies or scanned original copies of all your official documentation, except for the courses listed below.

The following information explains if your documents do need to be verified. This is important, as documents not correctly verified as a "true and accurate" copy will result in delays in the processing of your application and its consideration for admission. Please don't send originals as we don't return documents.

Who can verify copies for you?

For international documents/qualifications:

your employed agent submitting your application and documents on your behalf
Australian Embassy official
High Commission or Trade Mission official
Public Notary
Australian Justice of the Peace with a registration number.

How should the authorised officer verify each document?

On each page you are submitting, they must write:

'This is a true copy of the original document sighted by me.'

Then sign and print the following details:

name
address
business hours telephone number
profession, occupation or organisation
the current date.

They must include the official stamp or seal of the verifier's organisation on the copy if the organisation has such a stamp.

In addition to the above, a Justice of the Peace must also print their registration number and the state in which they are registered as a Justice of the Peace.

Documents not verified or not verified correctly

Charles Sturt University is not permitted to process:

documents that have been verified by an immediate relative or a person residing at the same address as an applicant
photocopied documents that have not been verified
documents that have not been correctly verified
documents verified by a Justice of the Peace without a registration number.

Step 6: Understand your responsibilities and expectations as an international student

The Australian Government requires international student visa holders to ensure that they meet the obligations and conditions of their visa type. It is your responsibility to ensure that they comply with these obligations and conditions at all times. Your enrolment at Charles Sturt University may be cancelled for failing to meet the University's policies and procedures and the University is required by Australian Law to report any breaches of visa conditions, which may include:

Not paying your fees.
Not maintaining satisfactory course progress.
Failing to maintain a full-time load without Charles Sturt University's permission.
Failure to enrol in a term of study.
Academic or general misconduct.

You should also understand all the terms and conditions of accepting an offer to study with us.