Program Overview
The Applied Science (Microbiology) at University of Otago is a Master programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Science (Microbiology) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 32,275 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Dunedin, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Science (Microbiology) programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- MICR 461 Molecular Microbiology;
- MICR 463 Trends in Microbiology;
- MICR 464 Medical Microbiology and Immunology;
- Four further approved 400-level papers;
- One of:APPS 596 Commercialisation Project,APPS 597 Supervised Independent Study,APPS 598 Workplace-based Project.
- APPS 596 Commercialisation Project,
- APPS 597 Supervised Independent Study,
- APPS 598 Workplace-based Project.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the Programme
- Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
- Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
- be a graduate and have achieved an average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers;
- have obtained a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science with an average grade of at least B;
- have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
- In considering an applicant\'s qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant\'s performance in the programme.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 32,275 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 32,275 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Otago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Otago
University of Otago
Dunedin City, New Zealand
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
