La Trobe University

Course Level

Master Degree (By Coursework)

CRICOS

049585K

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Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

In La Trobe's Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, you'll learn to harness new and emerging technologies in human health, diagnostics, sustainability, food security and renewable energy. Develop the human skills and technical expertise to launch a career in a range of exciting industries. From biological products to pharmaceuticals, agriculture to nutrition: you'll be prepared to work in the fields that rely on this fast-growing area of science.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Melbourne (Bundoora)	Full-time - 2 years	$74,800	N/A

Structure

Total of 240 Credit Points

Subjects

BIO5BBM Bio-Business Management
BIO5INF Bioinformatics
BIO5PRC Practical Biotechnology
BIO5PRO Protein Chemistry
BIO5PAG Proteomics And Genomics
BIO5SCS Scientific Communication Skills
BIO5SIS Skills In Science
BIO5TEC Techniques In Biotechnology

Entry requirements

Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Applicants must have an Australian Bachelors degree (or international equivalent).
Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Specialisation - compulsory: At least two years (four semesters) of biology, including at least two semesters in any of the following areas of study at second-year level or above: biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, cell biology, genetics or biotechnology.
Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 60%
International: IELTS - 6.5 < 6.0 (PG minimum) - 6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses