Ecology and evolutionary biology integrates knowledge from a range of exciting disciplines – from genetics to ecosystem science. It seeks to answer questions about the history of life on earth and its influence on the distributions, abundances and ecological interactions of modern-day species.

In this specialisation, you’ll learn how to creatively and ethically solve complex scientific problems; work collaboratively on industry and research projects; and relate patterns of biodiversity to biological, ecological and evolutionary processes over a range of temporal and spatial scales. And your career prospects will soar – thanks to your ability to research and evaluate historical developments and communicate your findings to prospective employers.

Key Features

• You’ll work in modern labs designed to foster collaboration and cutting-edge scientific research.
• In addition to an in-depth study of ecology and evolutionary biology, you can take mathematics, statistics or coding in your first year to give you the modern foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs.
• In your final year, you’ll undertake a work-integrated learning activity with a partner organisation to help prepare you for real workplace scenarios.
• You’ll learn how to apply for scientific-based jobs and prepare for interviews; and you’ll develop presentation, project management and other critical skills that you’ll need to secure your dream career.
• Macquarie is home to an 11-hectare fauna park, giving you access to world-class species research right here on campus.
• Macquarie is ranked number one in Sydney for teaching quality in science (QILT, 2017).

• Computational biologist
• Consultant
• Ecologist
• Environmental scientist
• Environmental services manager
• Evolutionary biologist
• Natural resource manager
• Park naturalist
• Research scientist
• Restoration ecologist