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Animal science

BNIT offers a range of courses within the animal science field that will enable you to establish, or build upon, a career within a zoo, wildlife or theme park environment, or veterinary clinic. We also offer Companion Animal Services, a program that will provide you with a range of skills to work in kennels, catteries, pet shops, grooming salons and veterinary practices.

Additionally, there are short course options available in reptiles and amphibians and aqua-scapes, for fish hobbyists.

Career opportunities

Many opportunities exist in animal science related fields as a result of undertaking one of our study programs. You could work as a wildlife carer or operator in a zoo, wildlife or theme park environment. Or alternatively you could pursue a career in a veterinary setting, as a:

  • Veterinary Nurse
  • Senior Veterinary Nurse
  • Animal Technologist
  • Laboratory Assistant

Courses available

Study options in animal sciences are available in the following areas:

How to apply

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