Overview

On the Master of Biological Science from The University of Western Australia you'll gain an advanced understanding of their ecology, evolution, genetics, reproduction and behaviour, and will develop high-level skills in data analysis. You also have the opportunity to design, execute, analyse and report on field and/or laboratory-based projects, supported by world-class researchers.

Key facts

Western Australia is a terrestrial biodiversity hot-spot, offering exceptional opportunities to study unique plants and animals.

When you graduate from the Master of Biological Science you will have the ability to integrate your advanced knowledge of species biology and ecology to understand the threats species face, including their vulnerability to rapid environmental change.

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.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Management and Analysis in the Natural Sciences

Professional Skills in Science

Managing Threatened Species and Ecological Communities

Global Ecological Challenges

Animal Identification

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-08 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-17 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-12 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-20 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

72 alternative credits

96 credits with conversion units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Biology View 32 other Masters in Biology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS: 074948B

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—

a Bachelor of Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;

and

the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;

and- met the prerequisite for the chosen specialisation

For the Conservation Biology specialisation an applicant must have successfully completed prior studies at a tertiary level in biology (excluding human biology); or in a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA

For the Ecology specialisation an applicant must have successfully completed prior studies at a tertiary level in biology (excluding human biology); or in a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA

For the Zoology specialisation an applicant must have successfully completed prior studies at a tertiary level in animal science; or in a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

53500 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Commonwealth Supported Place for domestic students.

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

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Funding

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