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Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

La Trobe University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Melbourne, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Biotechnology and Bioinformatics at La Trobe University is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 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 humanities. 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 Biotechnology and Bioinformatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Melbourne, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biotechnology and Bioinformatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Academic Integrity Module
  2. Techniques in Biotechnology
  3. Protein Chemistry
  4. BioBusiness Management
  5. Scientific Communication Skills
  6. Proteomics and Genomics
  7. Skills in Science
  8. Practical Biotechnology
  9. Bioinformatics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Prerequisite

Bachelor degree including at least second-year university-level biology.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact La Trobe University 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.