Program Overview
The Biotechnology at University of Queensland is a Master programme in Humanities 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 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 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 34,944 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 24,640 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Emerging Biotechnologies
- Biologics
- Quality Management Systems in Biotechnology
- Directed Studies in Molecular Genetics
- Directed Studies in Biomolecular Structure & Function
- Introduction to the Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Advanced Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Advanced Protein Technology
- Research & Development Proposal
- Business Planning in Biotechnology
- Research Project A
- Research Project B
- Research Project C
- Literature Review B
- Literature Review C
- Drug Discovery & Development
- Biotechnology Intellectual Property Case Studies
- Immunology and Infectious Diseases
- Food Microbiology
- Preparation for Research
- Technology & Innovation Strategy
- New Product & Services Development
- Commercialisation in Practice
- Management of Intellectual Property
- Literature Review B
- Directed Studies in Biomolecular Structure & Function
- Directed Studies in Molecular Genetics
- Concepts in Bioinformatics
- Introduction to the Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Advanced Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Advanced Protein Technology
- Research & Development Proposal
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An approved equivalent Bachelor degree (Honours) in Biotechnology, Science, Bioinformatics, Pharmacy or Engineering; or a Bachelor degree in a relevant field incorporating a major research project; or with an additional postgraduate qualification incorporating a major research project; or other significant research experience. UQ or equivalent GPA of 5 or above on a 7 point scale.
CRICOS Code: 057055C
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ, view the English proficiency policy.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 057055C
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 34,944 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 24,640 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 34,944 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; AUD 24,640 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Queensland 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.
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-15
- Language English
- Duration 12 months