C04388v1 Master of Medical Biotechnology (Extension)
University of Technology Sydney
About
The Master of Medical Biotechnology (Extension) is for two distinct groups of students, namely the professional scientists wishing to update their industry-related skills for career advancement and students considering a research degree.The compulsory core subjects are relevant to all science disciplines and provide a backbone of skills important to a professional scientist;
be they engaged in research, science businesses, industries or government organisations.
These are the skills of communication, critical analysis, project management and innovation and commercialisation.
These are complemented by professional stream choices which enable students to select a portfolio of skills relevant to their chosen career.
The professional strand is complemented by medical biotechnology study.
Students may have the option of undertaking a small research project, subject to approval by the faculty.
For students with suitable achievement levels, an opportunity to undertake a more substantial research project is available by transferring into the Master of Philosophy in Medical Biotechnology (C04389).
For those considering a research degree, the Master of Philosophy in Medical Biotechnology provides a pathway to a PhD.
Structure
The course requires 96 credit points of study, comprising 32 credit points of core subjects, 24 credit points of professional stream subjects, and 40 credit points of electives.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| STM91283 Core subjects (Science PG) | 32cp |
| STM91284 Professional stream (Science PG) | 24cp |
| CBK91764 Electives (Science PG) | 40cp |
| Total | 96cp |
Course program
The following example shows a typical full-time program.
Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 68109 Advanced Communication Skills in Science | 6cp |
| 91567 Advanced Microscopy and Imaging | 8cp |
| 91570 Experimental and Diagnostic Flow Cytometry | 8cp |
| Select 2 credit points from the following: | 2cp |
| 60116 Risk Assessment and Management for Science | |
| 60105 Ethics in Human Research | |
| 60102 Ethics in Animal Research | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 60117 Understanding Data and Statistical Design | 6cp |
| 91572 Proteomics | 8cp |
| 91569 Biotechnology Solutions to Infectious Diseases | 8cp |
| Select 2 credit points from the following: | 2cp |
| 60116 Risk Assessment and Management for Science | |
| 60106 Research Proposal Writing | |
| 60109 Professional Science Document Writing | |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| Select 16 credit points from the following: | 16cp |
| CBK91764 Electives (Science PG) | |
| Select 8 credit points from the following: | 8cp |
| 60107 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialisation | |
| 60105 Ethics in Human Research | |
| 60102 Ethics in Animal Research | |
| 60116 Risk Assessment and Management for Science | |
| 60119 Science Business Models and Intellectual Property | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| Select 24 credit points from the following: | 24cp |
| CBK91764 Electives (Science PG) | |
Spring commencing, full time
Year 1
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 68109 Advanced Communication Skills in Science | 6cp |
| 91572 Proteomics | 8cp |
| 91569 Biotechnology Solutions to Infectious Diseases | 8cp |
| Select 2 credit points from the following: | 2cp |
| 60116 Risk Assessment and Management for Science | |
| 60106 Research Proposal Writing | |
| 60109 Professional Science Document Writing | |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 91567 Advanced Microscopy and Imaging | 8cp |
| 91570 Experimental and Diagnostic Flow Cytometry | 8cp |
| Select 8 credit points from the following: | 8cp |
| 60107 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialisation | |
| 60105 Ethics in Human Research | |
| 60102 Ethics in Animal Research | |
| 60116 Risk Assessment and Management for Science | |
| 60119 Science Business Models and Intellectual Property | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 60117 Understanding Data and Statistical Design | 6cp |
| Select 16 credit points from the following: | 16cp |
| CBK91764 Electives (Science PG) | |
| Select 2 credit points from the following: | 2cp |
| 60116 Risk Assessment and Management for Science | |
| 60106 Research Proposal Writing | |
| 60109 Professional Science Document Writing | |
Year 3
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| Select 24 credit points from the following: | 24cp |
| CBK91764 Electives (Science PG) | |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Entry into the course requires a bachelor's, master's, graduate diploma, or graduate certificate qualification in biochemistry and cell biology, microbiology, human biology, genetics, laboratory technology, medical science, food science and biotechnology, or pharmacology.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
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