
How do I become a zoologist?
Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
- There are no mandated entry requirements.






Bachelor of Science (Animal Biology)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


Bachelor of Science (Ecology and Evolutionary Biology)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.



Bachelor of Science (Zoology)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.








Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Zoology)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


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