Molecular biology is the study of the structure and function of genes and the proteins they encode, including genome sequencing, recombinant DNA technology and macromolecular structure determination.

This program provides advanced theoretical and practical training in molecular biology through lectures, workshops, extended projects and directed study.

Students gain training in research methodology in molecular biology and have the opportunity to undertake major individual research.

Courses

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

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

To complete the Master of Molecular Biology

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

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 Molecular Biology (#8)
• Graduate Diploma in Molecular Biology (#16)