Biotechnology revolutionises how we tackle global health issues, like combating disease, understanding our genetic makeup and harnessing our bodys regenerative potential.
The Master of Biotechnology integrates biotechnology and entrepreneurship through a range of multidisciplinary coursework, research and work-integrated units in modern areas of studies that pave the way to a myriad of employment prospects.
You'll explore the processes involved in funding research and translating biotechnological products from lab to life, and gain a unique blend of scientific, entrepreneurial and industry-focused skills that'll empower you to make significant contributions to the field of biotechnology.
This course will prepare you to become a work-ready professional in the biotechnology field with opportunities in various sectors. You can pursue a variety of roles, including:
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March 2025
Monash University Malaysia
Jalan Lagoon Selatan,
BANDAR SUNWAY,
Selangor,
47500, Malaysia
To enroll in a course at Monash University, you must be at least 17 years old.
To apply for the Master of Biotechnology, you must have completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant area of study with at least a credit (60%) average.
Relevant areas of study include: biomedical science, science/applied science with a major in (biochemistry, biotechnology, developmental biology, human biology, marine biology, human pathology, genetics, pharmacology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, physiology and zoology), nutrition sciences, dietetics, veterinary science, medical engineering, pharmacy, bioengineering, biotechnology, life science, clinical medicine, dental science/dentistry, or bioinformatics.
English language requirements:
IELTS (Academic)/IELTS One Skill Retake (Academic)/IELTS Online: Overall score : 6.5; Listening score: 6.5; Reading score: 6.5; Writing score: 6.0; Speaking score: 6.0
TOEFL iBT/TOEFL iBT Paper Edition (American Test of English as a Foreign Language): Total Score: 79; Listening score: 20; Reading score: 19; Writing score: 21; Speaking score: 18
PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English): Overall score: 58; Listening score: 58; Reading score: 58; Writing score: 50; Speaking score: 50
C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)) or C2 Proficiency (formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)): Overall score: 176; Listening score:176; Reading score: 176; Writing score: 169; Speaking score: 169
Application Deadlines:
February intake (Semester 1): 20 December 2024
July intake (Semester 2): 16 May 2025
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Monash University Malaysia is the third largest campus of Monash University, ranked 37th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025).