ANSC10002 Animal Systems

University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is ANSC10002 hard?

ANSC10002: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: First-year subject. Makes it harder: 5 class hours a week. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How farm animals work: nutrition, breeding, health, behaviour and welfare, with hands-on practicals.

After it you can

What you need first

None

Careers

Helps toward: Biochemist, Microbiologist, Veterinarian, Agricultural Scientist, Laboratory scientist, Zoologist, Biotechnologist, Food Technologist

How it’s assessed

Tests 20%, Reports and essays 20%, Presentations 10%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is ANSC10002 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking ANSC10002?
No prerequisites.
Does ANSC10002 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Tests 20%, Reports and essays 20%, Presentations 10%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does ANSC10002 have?
5 h a week in class
Can I take ANSC10002 as breadth?
No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
Can I rate ANSC10002?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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