Postgraduate course
University of Wollongong
Courses included
The Master of Conservation Biology is designed for students who seek further knowledge and skills in the biological sciences, or seek to qualify for a postgraduate research degree.
Areas covered include conservation biology, ecological and evolutionary physiology, marine and terrestrial ecology, and fisheries and aquaculture. Additional preparatory subjects focus on laboratory work and science communication skills.
Candidates with appropriate qualifications and laboratory skills will be awarded advanced standing for these subjects.
The Master of Conservation Biology is a unique course as it provides you with the opportunity to extend your technical knowledge and use it to determine your competency in the specific discipline before choosing one of the three possible pathways (research or technical or management).
A recognised Bachelor of Science degree that includes introductory level subjects in the areas of general biology, ecology, genetics, evolution, physiology and statistics.
This course will be offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.
Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.
^ Fee column represents an annual amount unless the course duration is less than one year and the amount then represents the full cost of the course.
Australian Government financial assistance
University of Wollongong scholarships and financial assistance
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