Master of Science with a specialisation in Biodiversity Conservation
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Overview
Whatever your field of interest, from biodiversity diversity to geoscience, postgraduate study in Science broadens the mind and helps you to branch out in the direction you want to grow.
Students obtain analytical and research skills valuable within professional environments, and can gain entry into the MPhil or PhD research programs.
This program focuses on the theory, practice and ethics of biodiversity conservation, from the level of wildlife populations to entire ecosystems. An emphasis is placed on the unique biodiversity of Australia and its connections with the southern continents and the rest of the globe. This course provides students with the skills and outlook necessary for employment in biological conservation at the management level and/or research.
Key features
• The program aims to instill an understanding of the application of biological theory to the problem of conserving biodiversity from the level of wildlife populations to entire ecosystems
• Gain a wide range of skills in biodiversity survey, monitoring and assessment, from field techniques to computer modelling
• Develop a familiarity with the unique biodiversity of Australia and its connections with the southern continents and the rest of the globe
Minimum course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Biological Sciences graduates, or environment and conservation professionals seeking further education in conservation biology.
Course fee
AUD $19.976 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
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Entry requirements
Bachelor degree with relevant major.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 32 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above designated as Science | 28 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Master requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master.
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | one of | 32cp at 800 level or above | |||
| 32cp at 800 level or above including 1 specialisation | |||||
| 32cp at 800 level or above including 2 specialisations | 32 | ||||
Specialisation requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this specialisation
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | BIOL861 | Conservation of Australasian Wildlife | 4 | ||
| Required | BIOL887 | Biodiversity Conservation | 4 | ||
| Required | GSE800 | Attitudes to the Environment | 4 | ||
| Required | GSE807 | Environmental Measurement and Analysis | 4 | ||
| Required | 8cp from | BIOL860 | Biology Research Experience | ||
| BIOL891 | Readings in Biological Sciences | ||||
| ENV808 | Introduction to Geographic Information Science for Postgraduates | ||||
| GSE843 | Environmental Decision Making | ||||
| GSE852 | Wildlife Habitat Management | ||||
| GSE853 | Wildlife Management: Principles and Practices | ||||
| GSE854 | Biodiversity Survey and Habitat Assessment Techniques | ||||
| GSE855 | Communication and Wildlife Management | ||||
| GSE856 | Wildlife Survey (Design, Conduct and Interpretation) | ||||
| LAW865 | Biodiversity and Biotechnology Law | 8 | |||
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
The aim of the program is to provide students with the theory, skills and outlook necessary for employment in some aspect of biodiversity conservation, whether at a management level or in research.
Employers
- educational institutions
- Government agencies
- non-government organisations
- private sector
Profiles
Our Expertise
Dr David Nipperess
David is an ecologist with a passion for Australia’s unique biodiversity. His research focuses on biodiversity monitoring and conservation. He has worked with all sorts of creatures including ants, plants, beetles and birds.
