Bachelors of Agribusiness / Wildlife Science
Overview
Enhance your career prospects by combining business skills with wildlife science expertise.
Complete 2 programs in 4 years, preparing you for innovative management positions, both in Australia and globally.
The Bachelor of Agribusiness promotes environmental, social and economic sustainability, while driving the commercialisation of agricultural innovations and technologies.
Our academics bring their expertise into the classroom and share actionable insights for contemporary agribusiness issues such as sustainability, globalisation, food security and international trade.
Learn all aspects of the growing, processing, trading, marketing and financing of food and fibres, and the value chain that links producers and consumers.
Build practical knowledge through case studies, business simulations, guest lectures, industry projects and agribusiness site visits.
In the Bachelor of Wildlife Science you'll be taught by leading wildlife scientists and biologists, and develop the skills to create and evaluate wildlife management programs for captive and wild animals.
Gain hands-on experience through an industry placement in zoos, sanctuaries, government agencies, welfare organisations or wildlife parks. You can also go on a short international experience to study wildlife management overseas.
Upon graduation, you'll be in demand with 6 jobs to every agricultural university graduate in Australia.
Program highlights
- Participate in 120 hours of industry placements in locations such as zoos, welfare organisations and wildlife parks, or spend nearly a month overseas as part of your elective courses.
- Access some of the best animal and agricultural facilities in the Southern Hemisphere across more than 1,000 hectares of subtropical farmland.
- Gain exposure to the latest technological advancements in agriculture through practicals and industry engagement.
- Benefit from courses developed in close collaboration with the agricultural, business and biology sectors, both here and internationally.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Overseas study
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Fieldwork
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Agribusiness analyst
- Export trader
- Farm management consultant
- Commercial manager, grain and commodities
- Wildlife scientist
- Ecotourism guide
- Conservation officer
- Land manager
- Ranger
- Environmental assessment officer
Average annual salary range
Zoologist
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Average annual salary range
Logistics Manager
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Next steps after graduation
The agriculture sector contributes billions of dollars annually to the Australian and international economies. A 2021 study from the Australian Farm Institute found there were 6 jobs to every agricultural university graduate in Australia.
Your scientific knowledge of animal biology, and wildlife-trapping, identification and animal-handling skills will complement your strong agribusiness insight to place you in high demand by employers.
Expect to find employment in industries such as:
- agribusiness management
- agribusiness research
- government
- export marketing and management
- policy development and analysis
- ecotourism
- wildlife management
- wildlife conservation.
Many students also choose to continue onto further studies to pursue a career in research.
I really enjoyed how 'real life' my degree was. We often went out of the classroom to farms, agribusinesses, the port and workplaces. Applying what we were learning to real-life contexts and actual businesses made it more interesting.
Studying agribusiness at UQ opened my eyes to the enormous opportunity the industry can provide for Australia and really inspired me to be part of it. My degree has enabled me to become consumer-focused, commercially aware, innovative, internationally oriented and technically competent.
I’m passionate about trying to help people coexist with and respect our wildlife. I enjoyed the practical and applied ‘real world’ coursework and projects as well as learning from experienced experts – academics, veterinary and field workers – to prepare for opportunities in a range of wildlife industries.
I really enjoyed how 'real life' my degree was. We often went out of the classroom to farms, agribusinesses, the port and workplaces. Applying what we were learning to real-life contexts and actual businesses made it more interesting.
Studying agribusiness at UQ opened my eyes to the enormous opportunity the industry can provide for Australia and really inspired me to be part of it. My degree has enabled me to become consumer-focused, commercially aware, innovative, internationally oriented and technically competent.
I’m passionate about trying to help people coexist with and respect our wildlife. I enjoyed the practical and applied ‘real world’ coursework and projects as well as learning from experienced experts – academics, veterinary and field workers – to prepare for opportunities in a range of wildlife industries.
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
Entry score threshold
| ATAR / Rank | IB |
|---|---|
| 73 | 25.75 |
These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in April each year. Meeting the entry score threshold doesn't guarantee admission.
Guarantee your place at UQ: If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Wildlife Science are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Entry score range
This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Agribusiness/BWildlifeSc for Semester 1, 2024
| Without adjustments | With adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest | 99 | 99.95 |
| Median | 79.9 | 79.9 |
| Lowest | 76.25 | 76.25 |
Who you'll study with
Here's a snapshot of our student intake for this program in Semester 1, 2024:
| Applicant background | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
(A) Higher education study | 0 | 0% |
(B) Vocational Education and Training (VET) study | 0 | 0% |
(C) Work and life experience | 0 | 0% |
| (D) Recent secondary education | ||
| <5 | <5 |
| 0 | 0% |
| 0 | 0% |
International students | <5 | <5 |
Total | 4 | 100% |
"<5" — The number of students is less than 5.
N/A — Students not accepted in this category.
N/P — Not published. The number is hidden to protect the privacy of students in other cells.
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Additional application information
Additional application information
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$8,047
2025
$8,047
2025
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $50,560
2025
AUD $50,560
2025
Additional costs
- This program includes one or more compulsory field trip courses that may incur additional costs. Please check the course descriptions for more information.
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
HECS-HELP
Domestic places in the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Wildlife Science are Commonwealth supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.
Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
If your senior schooling is from outside Australia, you can submit your application to UQ. Or, if you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Wildlife Science is 2392.
Find out more about applying for undergraduate study
If your senior schooling is from Australia
Submit your application to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre if you're an international student who is currently studying:
- Australian Year 12 (in Australia or another country), or
- the International Baccalaureate in Australia.
The QTAC code for the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Wildlife Science is 766501.
Applying through QTAC
All domestic applications should be submitted to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QTAC code for the Bachelors of Agribusiness / Wildlife Science is 766501.
Important dates
If you’re studying Year 12 in Australia, go to the QTAC website to check the closing date for this program.
If you’re applying to UQ, the closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Apply as early as you can.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
To check the closing date for this program, go to the QTAC website.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
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Pathway options
A rank or score doesn’t determine your potential.
If you're not offered a place in your first-choice program – or if you don't meet the entry requirements – you still have a number of options.
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