The Bachelor of Zoology and Animal Science programme at RIC immerses students in the intricate realms of animal biology, behaviour, and conservation. Through rigourous coursework in animal physiology, ecology, genetics, and wildlife management, graduates acquire a comprehensive understanding of the natural world. Equipped with versatile skills, they embark on diverse career paths as wildlife biologists, zookeepers, veterinary assistants, and conservation officers. This programme cultivates leaders in research, environmental advocacy, and animal welfare, championing the preservation and appreciation of Earth’s rich biodiversity.

At Royal Institute of Colombo, students are given the opportunity to pursue the first year of their degree in Sri Lanka, all from the comfort of their home, saving substantial costs. RIC ensures a smooth transition to Deakin Australia to complete the final two years.

  • Applicant must hold at least 7 points* (from a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 A/L subjects) at Advanced Level (National) or 6 points* (from a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 A/L subjects) at Advanced Level (London) in the science stream.
  • Students who do not meet this requirement, refer page 28
    *To calculate A/L (UK) points: A*/ A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
    *To calculate A/L (Sri Lanka) points: A=5, B=4, C=3, S=2

Compulsory modules conducted by RIC

  • SLE115 Essential skills in bioscience
  • SLE111 Cells and genes
  • SLE133 Chemistry in our world
  • SIT191 Introduction to statistics and data analysis
  • SLE123 Physics for the life sciences
  • SLE155 Chemistry for the professional sciences
  • SLE103 Ecology and the environment
  • SLE132 Biology: Form and function

Second and third year modules will be conducted at Deakin University, Australia (After successfully completing the first year modules**)

Available Minor Specialisations to choose from, in the second and third years at Deakin University, Australia 

  • Applied data analytics
  • Indigenous studies

**Subject to the conditions of achieving a satisfactory overall weighted average mark (as decided by the Faculty) for the units completed at RIC, meeting the relevant English Language requirement and student  visa requirements. For more information on Deakin admission criteria, please refer to the Deakin international course guide.

  • Research Assistant
  • Environmental Manager
  • Pest Management Officer
  • Collection Manager of aquaria and zoological gardens
  • Primary and secondary teachers

*This list is non-exhaustive

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