Bachelor of Science (Veterinary Bioscience)

About the course

Study animal health, behaviour and disease through core bioscience and veterinary-focused subjects such as anatomy, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, physiology and zoology. The course has a regional perspective relevant to local wildlife and animal health and includes practical learning through labs, field activities and industry placement. This is a Bachelor degree in Veterinary Science-related biosciences. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across animal management and welfare, diagnostic and pathology laboratories, animal quarantine and biosecurity, disease surveillance and monitoring, and research settings. Opportunities also extend to animal biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, wildlife and conservation-related animal research, and animal production and nutrition contexts. This is a Bachelor degree that supports careers in veterinary and animal bioscience fields. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)