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Master of Biotechnology


  • The University of Queensland
  • Course CRICOS Code:057055C
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.46
  • Course Duration:1 Year
  • Australian State:QueenslandQLD
  • Australian City:Brisbane
  • Course Intake:Semester1,Semester2

Course Description

Equip yourself with the scientific skills and business, legal and regulatory understanding needed to translate discoveries from the laboratory to real life. The Master of Biotechnology program is designed for scientists who want to update their technical skills in core areas such as molecular biology, protein technology or bioinformatics, or who wish to acquire research laboratory experience. The program also suits legal or business professionals with some scientific background who want to learn about the latest technological developments. For your one year of full-time studies, you'll select from more than 30 courses, allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals. Choose electives in molecular genetics, food microbiology, entrepreneurship and strategy, intellectual property, drug discovery and development, immunology and infectious diseases, and more. With more than 400 biotechnology companies and some 600 medical device companies in Australia alone, you will be highly sought after for roles in health, agriculture, diagnostics, the environment, forestry, law and commerce.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Biotechnology
Faculty Faculty of Science
Qualification Level Master/Postgraduate
2024 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 41,040
Course Duration 1 Year
Campus(es) St.Lucia

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements An approved equivalent Bachelor degree (Honours Degree) in Biotechnology, Science, Bioinformatics, Pharmacy or Engineering; or Bachelor degree in a relevant field incorporating a major research project, or an additional postgraduate qualification incorporating a major research project, or other significant research experience. UQ or equivalent GPA of 5 or above on a 7 point scale.
English Requirements IELTS:6.5( No band less than 6.0) TOEFL:87(L.R.S 19 W 21) TOEFL PB:570 (L.R.54 W59/5) PTE:64 (all sub bands minimum 60) BE:A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in allmacro skills. CES:176(all sub bands minimum 169)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO