Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-03-01 | - |
2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Zoology
About the course
This major will provide you with a sound knowledge and understanding of animal structure and function and the evolutionary processes that have engendered animal diversity. Zoologists also study physiology, reproduction, behaviour, community ecology and molecular genetics. Zoology underpins society’s interest in conservation and marine science including major contributions to current research in fisheries and ecosystem management. It is envisaged that there will be up to two overnight field trips (cost of food and accommodation of up to $200 for around four nights to be paid by the student).
Quick details
- Status: Available
- Locations: Perth (Crawley campus), Albany (Regional campus)
- Attendance: Full-time, Part-time
- Delivery: On-campus
- Starting dates: Semester 1, Semester 2
- Weekly contact time: 15-30 hours per week
- Level of study: Undergraduate
- Course Code: MJD-ZOOLY
- Full time/part time duration: 3 years (BSc), 4 years (BSc[Hons])
- Honours Available: Yes
- Degrees course is available in: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
Level 1
- Core: Take all units (24 points):
- BIOL1130 Frontiers in Biology (6)
- BIOL1131 Plant and Animal Biology (6)
- SCIE1104 Science, Society and Data Analysis (6)
- SCOM1101 Communicating Science (6)
- Bridging: Bridging units must be successfully completed within the first 48 points of study. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1721 or SCIE1500. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Applications ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1720 and either MATH1721 or SCIE1500. Note: MATH1721 should be taken if also considering majors or minors that require it for progression to level 2 (e.g. Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Computer Science):
- MATH1720 Mathematics Fundamentals (6)
- MATH1721 Mathematics Foundations: Methods (6)
- SCIE1500 Analytical Methods for Scientists (6)
Level 2
- Core: Take all units (12 points):
- ANIM2207 Animal Form and Function (6)
- ANIM2220 Animal Diversity (6)
- Option: Take unit(s) to the value of 12 points from this group:
- ANIM2209 Field Studies in Zoology (6)
- ENVT2250 Ecology (6)
- GENE2250 Principles of Inheritance (6)
Level 3
- Core: Take all units (24 points):
- ANIM3361 Animal Ecology (6)
- ANIM3363 Environmental Physiology (6)
- ANIM3365 Behavioural Ecology (6)
- BIOL3364 Evolutionary Processes (6)
Admission Requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
- All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 9
- Canadian High School (except Quebec): 68
- French Baccalaureate: 10
- Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 507
- GCE A-Levels: 8
- German Abitur: 3.6
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 14
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 45
- Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 75.5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 24
- Malaysian STPM: 10
- Monash University Foundation Year: 254
- NCUK Foundation Program: 8
- Norwegian Vitnemål: 3.5
- Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 6.5
- South African National Senior Certificate: 4
- South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 324
- Sweden Slutbetyg: 14.5
- Trinity College Foundation: 280
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 14
- University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 61
- US College Board Advanced Placements: 7
- US College Board SAT: 1130
- Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 56
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 75
Mathematics requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you can take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
- WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Methods ATAR
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required.
International Student Fees
Annual course fee (2025): $49,400.00
Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.
How to apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.