Master of Animal Science

    Master of Animal Science

    Duration1.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 37,213 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 27, 2026

    Master of Animal Science

    About

    Master core skills in animal science to meet the global challenges associated with feeding the world and maintaining the environment.

    This program is designed for recent graduates in any field, those with a Graduate Certificate in Animal Science, and established professionals wanting to upgrade their skills or redirect their career into animal science.

    Specialise in Production Animal Science or Wildlife Biology, and select from more than 30 courses to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals, including business electives that hone your management abilities.

    Develop the leadership, research and problem-solving skills to tackle issues in animal welfare, biosecurity concerns and competition for limited resources.

    Choose to complete a significant research project, which may provide a pathway to higher degree by research programs.

    Upon graduation, you'll have career prospects in a wide range of government, commercial, community or research-based roles.

    Disciplines

    Natural Sciences

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    None of the above

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 87

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Career

    Career possibilities

    Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

    • Animal nutritionist
    • Animal research scientist
    • Biosecurity officer
    • Customs officer
    • Livestock adviser or consultant
    • National parks and wildlife officer
    • Wildlife ecologist
    • Wildlife scientist
    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    37,213 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150

    Master of Animal Science

    University of Queensland

    University of Queensland

    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane