Research
Staff in the Department of Zoology have an outstanding international research reputation, with strengths in physiology, ecology and behaviour. La Trobe's zoology research was awarded an above world standard rating in the 2012 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
Besides sophisticated research laboratories, our facilities at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus include a dedicated animal house of 150 rooms, a zoological reserve and the La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary.
Research specialisations
Find out more about our current research groups and areas of expertise.
Applying for research
Find out how to become an Honours or postgraduate student.
Honours projects
More about the Honours projects you could become involved in.


