Biology is the study of life and living organisms, how they function and evolve. The School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) offers expertise in animal behaviour, botany, evolutionary biology, marine biology and zoology. BEES also has a wealth of experience in the interaction between biology and the environment, and this is considered in more detail under ecology below. Studying biology routinely involves fieldwork in a wide range of environments.
- Animal behaviour explores fascinating topics including how animals communicate, find a mate and cooperate or conflict with other individuals.
- Botany explores plant diversity and function, and the importance of plants to natural environments and human wellbeing.
- Marine biology is about life in the ocean, estuaries and other coastal environments.
- Evolutionary biology explores the fundamental processes that explain life on Earth, from its origins to how plants, animals and human societies function today.
- Zoology looks at the structure, behaviour, habits, genetics, distribution, evolution and classification of animals.
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This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington 2052
Entry Requirements
You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 80.00 or equivalent.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics Advanced or Mathematics Extension 1 (depending on chosen area of study) plus one or more of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
Course fees
Course fee
$30,000
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