Explore the evolution of the animal kingdom. You’ll learn the ecology, behaviour, physiology, development and origin of animals and examine how they interact with their environment. Develop hands-on experience with fieldwork opportunities and access to our on-campus Wildlife Sanctuary.
Looking to study zoology? It's available as a major in our Bachelor of Science and as a second major in our Bachelor of Arts; or a range of courses related to this interest area is listed below.
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent2 years full-time
Career opportunities in zoology
Career pathways
Studying zoology builds transferable skills in analytical thinking, communication and problem solving to prepare you for a range of careers.
Possible roles include:
Zoologist
Wildlife biologist
Research scientist
Environmental consultant
Natural resource manager
Nature conservation officer
Biosecurity officer
Future employers
Potential employers of zoology graduates include:
Zoos Victoria
Melbourne Aquarium
Museums Victoria
Trust for Nature
Environment Protection Authority Victoria
Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
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