ANSC30004 Applied Animal Reproduction & Genetics
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- Final exam 40%: mostly coursework
Is ANSC30004 hard?
ANSC30004: About average. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Animal reproduction and breeding: reproductive hormones, fertility, reproductive tech, genetics and selection.
After it you can
- Plan ways to improve reproductive performance
- Weigh inbreeding against crossbreeding
- Explain how hormones control animal reproduction
What you need first
AGRI10051 or BIOL10008 or BIOL10009
Can’t be taken together with
Careers
Helps toward: Veterinarian, Agricultural Scientist, Biochemist, Microbiologist, Zoologist, Laboratory scientist, Biotechnologist, Food Technologist
How it’s assessed
Quizzes 20%, Assignments 40%, Final exam 40%
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Quick answers
- When is ANSC30004 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking ANSC30004?
- Needs AGRI10051 or BIOL10008 or BIOL10009.
- Does ANSC30004 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 40% of the mark. Assessment: Quizzes 20%, Assignments 40%, Final exam 40%.
- Can I take ANSC30004 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
- Can I rate ANSC30004?
- 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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