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Postgraduate UOQ-BIT-GCE-2023

Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology

Upskill in key biotechnology research areas

Take your science career further with this introductory postgraduate course, which will prepare you for a Masters Degree. Learn about the biotechnology industry from scientists who pioneered current practices. Then study electives in your area of interest.

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Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Total subjects

4

Price

From

$4,240

Study method

100% Online

Assessments

100% online

Credit available

Yes

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QS Ranking 2023

5

Times Higher Education Ranking 2023

3

  • 2023

Degree details

What you'll learn
  • Study with a world leader in biotechnology research which ranks first in Australia and in the top 10 globally (2017-2022 ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects).
  • Learn from entrepreneurial scientists who have successfully commercialised their scientific discoveries.
  • Take advantage of a large suite of electives in science that underpin new biotechnologies.
Career opportunities
  • Nanotechnology and biosensor application specialist
  • Diagnostic test designer
  • Business plan analyst
  • Pharmaceutical developer
  • University researcher
  • Venture capital consultant
  • Plant breeding, engineering, cropping or horticulture specialist
  • Plant and animal geneticist
  • Quality control manager
  • Regulatory affairs expert
  • Patent attorney/Patent examiner
Entry requirements

Higher education

To be eligible for entry, you'll need: 

  • bachelor degree in any field, with UQ or equivalent GPA of 4.5 or above on a 7 point scale; or 
  • 2 years of work experience in the same discipline.

English Proficiency Requirements

All applicants must satisfy the UQ English language proficiency requirements for admission.

Credit for previous study or work

If you've completed previous study, you may be eligible to receive credit for – or exemption from – certain subjects in a UQ program.

Description

There is currently a tremendous growth in the international biotechnology industry and allied service sector. Research and development managers require scientists with core technical skills, knowledge of commercial imperatives and current regulatory environments.

This program is designed for scientists who want to update their technical skills in core areas such as molecular biology, protein technology or bioinformatics, or who wish to acquire research laboratory experience. The programs also suit legal or business professionals with some scientific background who want to learn about the latest technological developments.

Graduates possess an understanding of a broad range of modern biotechnologies; the commercialisation of products and marketing; the business environment, including business planning and project management; and how research and development are undertaken in industry settings.

Degree structure details

Recommended Study Pattern

The Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology is a 1 year course for a part-time student. Each year consists of 2 Study Periods, also known as semesters. The recommended study pattern consists of 4 core subjects and 2 elective subjects, with 2 to be completed in your first study period and 2 in your second.

Award Requirements

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology, students must satisfactorily complete a program of study consisting of 4 subjects.

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