Good knowledge of biology.

Detailed information related to farm and agricultural practices, animal management, disease control, and molecular DNA techniques which are involved as major concepts of study in this course.

Students may need to complete one prerequisite unit depending on their background in chemistry and their final scaled score in TEE Chemistry or Chemistry 3A/3B within the past three years. TEE Chemistry or Chemistry 3A/3B with a final scaled score of 60 percent or more OR PEC140 - Introduction to Chemistry -- 3 pts . Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external, S2-internal, S2-external Students who have completed previous chemistry not stated above should consult the Academic Chair for clarification of their enrolment requirements.

After pursuing this degree students gain professional recognition from the Ag Institute Australia.

As a Murdoch Animal Science graduate, student’s employment outlook is promising, especially if student combines this subject with other disciplines. Depending on skill combinations or specialisations student have, Murdoch degree may lead towards work and study opportunities in a number of areas. The graduate can work as Agricultural Economist / Rural Advisor, Geneticist / Breeding Consultant, Research Scientist.

IELTS:-6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0),Internet Based TOEFL:-80 (no band less than 20),ATAR (2013):-An Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) between 60.00 - 64.99 (indicative)

$27,000 (annual tuition fee for 2013 in AUD - 24 pts)

4 years full-time study