Biodiversity and Evolution (Extended Major)

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The University of Western Australia

Australia , Perth

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

AUD 125

Campuses

Perth (Crawley campus)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines22-Jul-2024

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 46,600 / year

Next Intake 22-Jul-2024

Biodiversity and Evolution (Extended Major)

About

The extended major in Biodiversity and Evolution is designed for students interested in understanding the evolution and maintenance of the outstanding biodiversity that exists in Australia, with a special emphasis on Western Australia, a globally recognised hotspot of animal and plant diversity. This extended major explores the basics of animal and plant biology and how these systems have evolved, adapted and diversified.

This extended major explores the basics of animal and plant biology and how these systems have adapted and diversified in the unique environments found in Australia. It explores how biodiversity arose through the processes of evolution from the molecular genetic to the community levels. There will be opportunities to study animals and plants living in a diverse range of habitats in Western Australia, from deserts to forests and tropical reefs, and to carry out your studies in both the classroom and in the field.

This major explores the basics of animal and plant biology and how these systems have adapted and diversified in the unique environments found in Australia. It explores how biodiversity arose through the processes of evolution from the molecular genetic to the community levels. There will be opportunities to study animals and plants living in a diverse range of habitats in Western Australia, from deserts to forests and tropical reefs, and to carry out your studies in both the classroom and in the field.

By studying zoology, botany, ecology and molecular biology with leading academics and industry partners, you will gain the discipline specific expertise and practical skills, along with employability skills in critical and innovative thinking and communication, to undertake employment opportunities in environmental consulting, conservation programs and fauna and flora management, as well as academic research.

This major will also prepare you for entry into Honours in Zoology and the Master of Biological Science.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Meet our English language requirements. Some courses may have additional higher English language requirements
Have studied or completed a recognised qualification to meet our academic requirements.
Meet any additional requirements for your course

Career

Graduates are employed in private sector companies (such as consultancy companies, resources sector), in government departments (for example, Environment; Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Primary Industries and Regional Development; State Fisheries), in public agencies (such as botanic gardens, museums and zoos) and environment and conservation research agencies (CSIRO), while others may join academic institutions.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 46,600 / year

Application Fee

AUD 125

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