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Wildlife and Conservation Biology:Content focuses on 'real-world' problem solving and applied solutions to wildlife and conservation issues. The course is designed to provide theoretical and practical expertise in a range of discipline areas such as biodiversity, wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation management, conservation, animal biology and park management.The course is designed to enable graduates to contribute in a professional capacity to the study and management of wildlife populations both in Australia and overseas. To be provided with knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in this vibrant interdisciplinary field.The hands-on focus of the course features field-based experiences such as extended wildlife field studies trips and regular practical classes. You must complete a professional work placement and are actively encouraged to volunteer in local, regional and international environmental programs. The strong focus on skills, professional development and volunteering will prepare you for an exciting career in the industry.Overseas Study:I completed a 1 month internship at Oceans Research in Mossel Bay, South Africa. This internship included hands on participation in a wide range of marine fields but largely focused on pinniped, cetacean and shark research and conservation, with the White Shark research project being the biggest priority. I also voluntered for 3 weeks at Phinda Game Reserve near Durban, South Africa. This volunteer program focused on the in field research and management of a large variety of reserve species, helping to gain hands on skills and knowledge to understand how one of Africa's most successful reserves, in terms of both conservation and ecotourism, is operated.
