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Animal and Applied Science

Study Animal Care, Veterinary Nursing or Science and make use of our modern facilities including laboratories, animal room and farm. Come and talk to one of our tutors about your study options.

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Certificates

Diplomas

Diploma in Applied Science

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Certificate in Science

Graduates of the Certificate in Science (Level 3) will be able to:

Continue their studies at diploma level at EIT.
Continue their studies at degree level in applied science at selected tertiary institutions.
Gain entry to EIT degrees in viticulture and wine science.

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Featured Profile

Abby Wolfram, National Certificate in Veterinary Nursing

"Thanks to the dedicated tutors and practical programme content at EIT I now have a great job that I love".

Featured Staff

After completing a PhD in genetic engineering and fermentation technology, she launched her career in tertiary education at the University of Ballarat, lecturing in microbiology, biotechnology and food and fermentation technology, managing and delivering short courses in brewing studies and helping develop the Distance Graduate Diploma in Malting and Brewing.

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Laboratories

EIT labs are modern and purpose-built comprising both general and specialist laboratories and a fully equipped teaching and research winery.

The general labs, which cater for up to 60 students at any one time, are fully equipped for all sciences including wine science. Adjacent to these is the specialist wine sensory lab and instrument lab that is equipped for advanced chemical analyses.

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Facilities

EIT has modern, purpose-built specialist laboratories which cater for up to 60 students at one time. We also have a fully equipped teaching animal care facility and 45ha sheep and beef farm with yards and woolshed.

At EIT we have a fully equipped animal facility that allows students to enjoy a mix of classroom theory, animal handling and practical experience. It houses a varied selection of animals including chinchillas, guinea pigs, chickens, turtles and birds as well as a clinical practical room, reception area and treatment room, all of which create the ideal environment for hands on training.