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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Master of Biological Science

  • Masters (Coursework)

Western Australia (WA) is a terrestrial biodiversity hot spot. Up to 80 per cent of the region's plants and invertebrates are unique to the area, and the state is a stronghold for threatened mammals. This makes WA the ideal living laboratory for studies in biological science.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Course Code
074948B
Study Mode
In person

About this course

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The Master of Biological Science will developed advanced understanding of the evolution, diversity, physiology, reproduction, behaviour and ecology of plants and animals, and the skills to apply this knowledge to the management of natural systems and the species they support.

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Biologist, Botanist, Conservation Biologist, Conservation Officer, Consultant, Ecologist, Enviornmental Manager, Environmental Scientist, Parks Officer, Quarantine Officer, Research Scientist, Research Technician, Rehabilitation Manager, Science Communicator, Wildlife Officer, Zoologist.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
80.5%
Overall satisfaction
87%
Skill scale
74%
Teaching scale
53.6%
Employed full-time
$62.6k
Average salary