This interaction generates research that is in many cases multi-disciplinary and collaborative. Cooperation in research within interdisciplinary projects extends to other Schools in the University, especially in marine and environmental research. As one of Australia's prestige universities, we can provide students with access to all the latest in analytical equipment and techniques. Currently the School of Biological Science offer majors in Biological Science and Ecology within the Science and Mathematics Course, while in the honours year further specialisation is available. The majors are relevant to careers in the fields of agriculture, forestry, wildlife management, conservation and related environmental sciences.
Students undertake a major and a minor or a double major in their areas of interest.
Biological Science offers two major streams, Biological Science and Ecology but other related majors are available in Marine Science, Genetics, Environmental studies. Minor options include Botany, Zoology and Ecology. The degree is primarily a 3 year course, but it is possible for high performers to proceed to a fourth Honours year. A 4 year program leading to an Honours degree. The School offers two Advanced Science Plans, Biological Science and Ecology, and within these it is possible to specialise in many areas of biology.