Department of Ecological, Plant and Animal Sciences

We offer education programs in Agriculture, Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Conservation Biology, Ecological Sciences and Plant Sciences.

Our researchers are enhancing sustainable agriculture, promoting environmental stewardship and driving innovation in animal, plant and soil sciences.

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Our students are exposed to the latest thinking and approaches in science and industry.

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We are translating fundamental research into applied outcomes for industry.

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Partnerships

Partnerships

We work with national and international partners to produce research with impact.

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Facilities

Our co-location in world-class facilities creates fresh opportunities for new discoveries.

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Top 300 globally

We’re ranked in the world’s top 300 for agriculture and forestry.

Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2025, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Agriculture & Forestry

Understand our ecosystems

Our researchers ensure conservation and biodiversity by investigating how species and ecosystems respond to environmental changes.

Top 200 globally

We’re ranked in the world’s top 200 for veterinary sciences.

ShanghaiRanking, 2024, Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024: Veterinary Sciences

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We specialise in plant biology, plant energy metabolism, cell wall biology, medicinal agriculture, soil science agronomy, and animal immunology health and disease.

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Indigenous Acknowledgement

La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society. Find out more