Biotechnology (16 units)

University of Queensland

About

There is currently a tremendous growth in the international biotechnology industry and allied service sector.

Research and development managers require scientists with core technical skills, knowledge of commercial imperatives and current regulatory environments.

This 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 programs also suit legal or business professionals with some scientific background who want to learn about the latest technological developments.

Graduates possess an understanding of a broad range of modern biotechnologies;

the commercialisation of products and marketing;

the business environment, including business planning and project management;

and how research and development are undertaken in industry settings.

This program is recognised by the US National Professional Science Master's Association as an affiliated Professional Science Master's program.

Structure

This program provides comprehensive training in scientific disciplines underpinning the biotechnology industry and research through advanced lectures, projects and directed study. Students gain an introduction to research methodology; training in the special requirements for undertaking research in the biotechnology industry; and the opportunity to undertake a major biotechnology research project.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Biotechnology.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

  • Master of Philosophy

Entry requirements

To complete the Master of Biotechnology

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Biotechnology, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Early exit points

Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:

  • Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology (#8)
  • Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology (#16)

Institution