Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation (Taronga)
University of Sydney
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^ The annual tuition fees listed are indicative fees for study in Year 1, in the 2025 calendar year only. Fees are based on a full-time student enrolment load of 48 credit points per year, or 1.0 Equivalent Full-Time Student Load (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load for the year is more or less than 1.0 EFTSL, your tuition fee will differ. Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review by the University, and will increase each calendar year of your study, effective at the start of each calendar year. For students enrolling in a combined degree, in most cases a single course tuition fee applies for the duration of your study in the combined degree, regardless of the units of study that are selected in each of the two qualifications (eg a B Arts and B Laws). Importantly, the indicative tuition fee listed for Year 1, 2024 is subject to annual review and will increase each year of your study in the combined degree. The tuition fee structure is different for double degrees where a bachelor degree is combined with a postgraduate degree (eg D Medicine or D Dental Medicine, B Veterinary Biology/D Veterinary Medicine)).
About
Delivered in partnership with the Taronga Conservation Society of Australia, this unique degree will develop your expertise in wildlife conservation. Designed for those who have a passion for animals and dream of making an impact in the conservation sector, this degree provides highly sought-after skills and interactive, practical experiences in the field and onsite at Taronga Zoo Sydney. You will be taught by dedicated researchers and practitioners from two of Australia’s premier institutions – the University of Sydney and Taronga Conservation Society of Australia. .
Areas of study
Core units in biology, ecology, evolution and conservation management plus additional prescribed units of study, some of which are available only to students enrolled in this degree. The majors available in the Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation (Taronga) are: Animal Health, Disease and Welfare, Biology, Environmental Studies, Genetics and Genomics and Marine Sciences.
You will learn about evolutionary and ecological processes and how these influence the population dynamics of animals, plants, and other organisms. This knowledge forms the basis for the effective management and conservation of biodiversity, ecosystems, and habitats. Capstone units will explicitly address concepts of wildlife management, health and welfare, and the intersection between applied wildlife biology and human dimensions of wildlife management.
Career opportunities
Ecologist, animal reproduction specialist, conservationist, environmental policymaker, teacher (with further study), veterinarian (with further study), in fields including wildlife conservation, sustainability, environmental consulting, animal health, government and policy, NGOs, business and analytics.
Practical experience
Lectures and practicals for this degree take place on the University of Sydney Camperdown campus as well as at Taronga Zoo in the Institute of Science and Learning
Industry experience
The Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation (Taronga) requires interactions with industry partners, particularly Taronga Conservation Society of Australia, with activities including assessment of the behaviour, health, welfare and conservation status of captive and free-living wild animals.
Students enrolled in any course requiring exposure to animals and wildlife, farm visits, animal handling enterprises, or the handling of animal specimens must be protected against Q Fever infection and tetanus. Vaccination must be undertaken prior to the commencement of semester one. Details of vaccination requirements.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current University of Sydney fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Inherent requirements: To successfully complete this course, a student must be able to carry out a list of inherent requirements outlined on the University of Sydney website. A list of inherent requirements specific to the Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation (Taronga) will be available prior to enrolment opening for this course.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Standard, Biology, Chemistry. Other assumed knowledge depends on majors or units of study chosen.
Bridging courses are available for students who have not studied the assumed knowledge during secondary school.
Guaranteed selection rank: 80.00. Subject to non-ATAR criteria being met. A guide to guaranteed selection ranks.
Dalyell Scholars: This stream for high achieving students (ATAR of 98.00 or higher) provides mentorship, professional skills development, academic enrichment opportunities and access to a global mobility scholarship. Entry to the Dalyell Scholars stream is by invitation.
Other applicants
Refer to the University of Sydney general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Sydney website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Global mobility/international experience
At the University of Sydney, every undergraduate student has access to global opportunities. These opportunities may include overseas field schools, global professional placements, and student exchanges (one-year, single semester and shorter-term durations) with more than 300 partner universities worldwide.
Open Learning Environment (OLE)
Open Learning Environment (OLE) courses are short, on-demand and workshop-supported. They enable you to broaden your skills in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, persuasive communication, project management and ethical reasoning. Zero credit point OLEs are available to all students at the University, while students in liberal studies degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce or combined Bachelor of Advanced Studies) and some specialist degrees (Bachelor of Economics) will be required to take 12 credit points of OLE units during their studies.
Faculty handbooks
View available first-year subjects in the University of Sydney handbooks.