Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
The objective of the Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology is to provide graduates with the theoretical knowledge and technical skills to solve complex problems in the field of biotechnology, demonstrating creativity, flexibility and independence.This program is delivered online.
Structure
Year One of Program
Complete the following Four (4) Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioinformatics | 12 | BIOL2034 | City Campus |
| Biostatistics | 12 | MATH1300 | City Campus |
| MATH2209 | Bundoora Campus | ||
| Protein Technologies | 12 | BIOL2226 | City Campus |
| Functional Genomics and Proteomics | 12 | BIOL2332 | Bundoora Campus |
Entry requirements
Program Entry Requirements
An Australian bachelor degree in Biological Sciences, Food Science/Technology, Biotechnology, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry, Agricultural Science or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent. International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications, according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Prerequisites
Successful completion of a Chemistry or Biochemistry course in a bachelor degree.
English Language Requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this Graduate Certificate you will have made progress towards achieving the following program learning outcomes. Each of these programs learning outcomes is developed in much greater depth in the Master of Biotechnology.
1. Understanding science
1.1 You will demonstrate an advanced understanding of biological sciences by articulating the methods of science, explaining why current biological knowledge is both contestable and testable through further inquiry, and explaining the role and relevance of biotechnology in society.
1.2 You will have an understanding of recent developments in a specialised area of biotechnology
1.3 You will demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to biological sciences
2. Advanced skills to critically analyse and solve problems in biotechnology
2.1 You will demonstrate cognitive skills in mastery of advanced theoretical knowledge in biotechnology and apply this knowledge to solve complex problems in existing and new areas.
2.2 You will generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level.
3. Communication
You will be able to effectively communicate concepts of biotechnology to specialist and non-specialist audiences, using a variety of presentation modes.
4. Personal and professional responsibility
You will be accountable for individual learning and scientific work by being an independent and self-directed learner
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