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104 weeks
On campus (Parkville)
Full time / Part time
March | July
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
Duration
2 years full time / 4 years part time
Intakes
March, July
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Biotechnology Impacts in Society
12.5 points, core.
Data and Decision Making
12.5 points, core.
Leadership in Science
12.5 points, core.
From Lab to Life
12.5 points, core.
Regulation of Biotechnology
12.5 points, core.
Commercialisation of Science
12.5 points, core.
Project Management in Science
12.5 points, core.
Communicating Science at Work
12.5 points, core.
Industry Project in Biotechnology
25 points, year-long capstone; alternative is the Business Project in Biotechnology, or a research project for students with WAM above 80%.
Graduate electives (75 points)
Chosen from science, business, finance, accounting, bioethics, communication and law subjects.
Common Questions
The Master of Biotechnology includes a year-long industry placement in fields like biomanufacturing or AgriPharma, where students consult on a real-world problem and develop practical solutions, allowing them to build connections and gain valuable experience with a leading industry partner.
Yes, students can choose a research-based placement and spend a year in the lab with researchers to produce an independent piece of research, as an alternative to the industry placement.
The School of BioSciences offers dedicated support including the University of Melbourne Biotech Club for social and networking events, a Biotechnology Peer-to-Peer Mentoring program, course planning and academic skills advice, global exchange and overseas study support, fees and scholarship information, visa information, wellbeing and accommodation support, and student administration assistance through Stop 1.
Students study all aspects of the biotechnology product pipeline and build specialist knowledge in genomics and molecular biology. The course also covers business, scientific communication and leadership, ensuring graduates are ready to enter the biotechnology industry with confidence.
The Master of Biotechnology is taught on campus at Parkville, Melbourne, and is offered with intakes in both March and July each year. The course takes 2 years full time or 4 years part time to complete.
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