About the course
In this Graduate Certificate course, you will develop particular expertise in animal welfare and reproduction in various ecological environments within your choice of 4 units. Upon successful completion, you may transfer to the Graduate Diploma and subsequently enrol in the Masters degree with half a year of credits (if applicable).What you might learn
During the course, you will enrol into subjects such as primate behaviour, wildlife ecology, infection research, epidemiology and population health. This will enable you to build on skills from your previous studies or enhance your skills in your current employment.Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as animal behaviourist, zoologist, Animal research technician, Veterinary hospital manager, Veterinary pharmaceutical industry researcher, conservation officer, and etc. in companies including Zoetics, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, Merck Animal Health, Melbourne Zoo, WWF, and etc.Living Costs in Townsville**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,146 - 1,515 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,074 - 1,421 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 7 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 309 |