Master of Science (Biotechnology)
Biotechnology is the use and manipulation of living organisms, or substances obtained
from these organisms, to make products of value to humanity. Biotechnology has
become a fundamental area of applied science and covers a diversity of specialist
fields. Disciplines in Biotechnology include; molecular biology, biochemistry,
cell biology, microbiology, plant and environmental sciences, engineering, drug
development, nanofabrication, reproductive sciences, stem cells, genetically modified
organisms (GMOs) and pollution control. Modern medicine, agriculture, animal breeding,
pharmaceuticals, food production and processing etc., all utilise various Biotechnology
tools.
This core discipline will focus on advances in key technologies, and will give the
student the necessary skills base to go from 'molecules to medicine'. Together with
developing an understanding of the actual scientific technologies involved in modern
biotechnology, areas such as Trial Design, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Management
and GMP will be covered, together with the actual scientific technologies involved in
modern biotechnology.
Course structure
Core discipline subjects
(62.5 points)
Students must undertake the five core subjects listed:
Elective discipline subjects
(37.5 points)
Students must undertake three of the following subjects:
Professional Tools
(87.5 points)
Students must undertake the following six core Professional Tools subjects:
- Business tools
- Science tools
- Communication tools
Students must also select one elective Professional Tools subject from:
Industry project
(12.5 points)
Delivery mode and duration
This is a 2 year full-time course, and is available part-time. All program subjects are delivered on-campus (Parkville).
Entry requirements
A bachelor degree with a major in a Life Science or Chemistry and at least a H3 (65%) in the major, or equivalent.
How to apply
How to apply for Science graduate course programs.
Contact details
The Melbourne Graduate School of Science
The University of Melbourne
Tel: +61 3 8344 6404
Fax: +61 3 8344 5804
CRICOS Code 062189B