Zoology
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Introduction
Zoology is the science of studying and understanding animals living on land, in freshwater or in the sea. It is the branch of biology that covers behaviour, classification, evolution, conservation, distribution, ecology and natural history, but also includes biochemistry and physiology, palaeontology, molecular biology and genetics, and the structure and function of animals.
Why Study Zoology at UNE?
Our staff have expertise in many fields of zoology and animal ecology. This includes physiology, behaviour and ecology of native animals and how these enable adaptation to the environment: leading to a greater understanding of the structure and function of Australian communities.
Zoology students are able to undertake studies in a range of zoological disciplines including:
- environmental and comparative physiology
- entomology
- marine ecology
- freshwater ecology
- animal behaviour
- animal ecology
UNE is the perfect location to study animals. Within two hours drive of Armidale we have: sub-alpine to sub-tropical climates; semi-arid savannah to rainforest; biodiversity hotspots and world heritage national parks; most major soil types; western and eastern river drainage systems; and estuarine and marine environments making UNE an ideal which are ideal location for zoological studies.
New Bachelor of Zoology degree for 2010
In 2010 UNE is offering the Bachelor of Zoology, the only zoology-specific degree in Australia! Find out more...
Courses
Undergraduate
Postgraduate Research
| Doctor of Philosophy |
| Master of Science |
Postgraduate
| Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Management - no longer offered |
| Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management - no longer offered |
| Graduate Diploma in Science |
| Master of Marine Science and Management - no longer offered |
| Master of Scientific Studies |
Bachelor Honours
| Bachelor of Science with Honours |
See this webpage for more details on Honours in Zoology.
Course data provided by the Course and Unit Catalogue
Units
BIOL110 Biology I
CANI310 Wild Dog Ecology
ZOOL203 Vertebrate Zoology - Evolution and Diversity
ZOOL210 Invertebrate Zoology
ZOOL220 Entomology
ZOOL326 Animal Behaviour
ZOOL327 Ecological and Comparative Physiology
ZOOL328/528 Insect-Plant Interactions
ZOOL400 Honours in Zoology
Careers
Zoologists study life at the level of the organism, population, community, and/or ecosystem. Ecologists, physiologists, taxonomists, parasitologists, entomologists, and wildlife biologists, are a few examples of zoologists. Zoologists can be included in all aspects of research, conservation, and management of populations. Examples of potential employers of UNE Zoology graduates include:
- Universities (worldwide)
- Department of Environment and Climate Change (NSW Government)
- National Parks and Wildlife Service (or equivalent)
- Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (Federal Government)
- Department of the Environment and Water Resources (Federal Government)
- CSIRO
- Department of Primary Industries
- Australian Greenhouse Office
- Australian Museum/ Queensland Museum
- Consultancy firms
Partnerships, Networks and Industry Links
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
- Australian Museum
- CSIRO
- Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry
- NSW Department of Primary Industries
- Queensland Museum
- Department of the Environment & Water Resources
Honours in Zoology
Are you considering Honours in Zoology? Please contact the Zoology Honours co-ordinator:
Dr Stuart Cairns
phone: 6773 2170
e-mail: scairns@une.edu.au
A study guide for reviewing and undertaking Honours can also be found here.
Zoology Honours Scholarships:
- Southcott Honours Scholarship in Parasitology, $5000 stipend.
Email Tommy Leung for more details tleung6@une.edu.au
Visit http://www.une.edu.au/scholarships/ for more details about scholarships
Contacts
For further information about studying Zoology at UNE:
Zoology
zoology@une.edu.au
Phone: +61 2 6773 2340
Fax: +61 2 6773 3283