Why study ecological genetics and evolution at La Trobe?

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Top-rated globally

La Trobe is in the top 1% of universities worldwide.

Times Higher Education (THE), 2024, World University Rankings 2025; Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), 2024, Ranking Web of Universities

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Top rated nationally

Our research in genetics and microbiology is top-rated nationally and rated 'well above world standard.'

Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018

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1st in Victoria

We’re the best Victorian university for overall employer satisfaction, with a rating of 85.9%.

Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2024, 2023 Employer Satisfaction Survey [PDF, 4.7MB]

Career opportunities in ecological genetics and evolution

Career pathways

The skills you build when you study ecological genetics and evolution prepare you for a range of careers.

Possible roles include:

  • Genetics scientist
  • Conservationist
  • Science communicator
  • Researcher

Future employers

Potential employers of ecological genetics and evolution graduates include:

  • Molecular genetics laboratories
  • Research institutes
  • Government departments
  • Universities

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