Course

Bachelor of Wildlife Science

The University of Queensland · Gatton · Gatton Campus · Science, Medicine & Health

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Key facts

Campus
Gatton Campus · Gatton
City
Gatton, Queensland
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Delivery
On Campus
Next start
22 Feb 2027 · Semester 1
Annual tuition · 2026
AUD 54,096 (indicative)

Start dates

  • Semester 1, 2027 Starts 22 February 2027 Gatton Campus
Earlier start dates this year (1)
  • Semester 1, 2026 Started 23 February 2026 Gatton Campus

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic — 6.5 overall (no band below 6)

    IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQTOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 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. view the English proficiency policy.

  • TOEFL iBT — 87 overall

    IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQTOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 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. view the English proficiency policy.

  • PTE Academic — 64 overall (no band below 60)

    IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQTOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 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. view the English proficiency policy.

Academic entry requirements

  • Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent):General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C) General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C). We recommend studying Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.

Scholarships at The University of Queensland

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About this course

Wildlife Science at UQ Gatton focuses on whole animal biology and the management of wild animals, including their ecology and conservation. As a wildlife scientist you will study native and exotic amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals in their natural or man-made environments, their biodiversity, and the emerging issues associated with human-wildlife interactions. Students will gain the ability to implement and evaluate wildlife management programs for captive and free-ranging wildlife. In this degree you will develop a deep scientific knowledge of wildlife anatomy and physiology, captive breeding, reproduction, nutrition, health, husbandry, ecology, welfare and behaviour. With excellent wildlife trapping, identification and animal handling skills, you will be able to make a major contribution to the wildlife, game and vertebrate pest management industries in Australia. You can also broaden your skill set by concurrently enrolling in the UQ Skills Certificate IV in Captive Animals, Certificate III in Rural Operations, or the Farm Ready program (domestic students only).

Bachelor of Wildlife Science is a bachelor course at The University of Queensland in Gatton, Queensland. It is listed as 3 years of study. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2026, Semester 1, 2027. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 54,096 for 2026 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6).

Course details come from the Educircle verified catalogue, sourced from official university publications. Where a figure is not shown, the university has not published it — an Educircle counsellor confirms it with the institution before you apply.

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Administrative details

Course code
2388
CRICOS
087888B

You will need these when you apply. CRICOS is the code under which this course is registered for international students.

Source: Educircle verified course catalogue. University course page Last updated August 2026. Tuition is set by the university and can change.