Master of Biotechnology - Biotechnology - Taught 180 points: Fees & Entry Requirements at The University of Auckland, New Zealand

Master of Biotechnology - Biotechnology - Taught 180 points

New Zealand

What will I learn?

With our MBiotech you can explore possibilities, gain insight, and address emerging global challenges for human and environmental health and wellbeing. You’ll have the option to focus your study on a specific area like genomics, proteomics, microbial biotechnology or bioinformatics or take a mix of courses that cover all these topics. You’ll also develop skills that equip you for employment in the biotechnology sector or further study. Enter the MBiotech with a recognised undergraduate degree in biotechnology or biological sciences and prior exposure to molecular biosciences, biochemistry, microbiology and genetics. Students will be valued by employers across a wide range of private and public sector organisations for their understanding of how biology underpins innovation and the development of new technologies for markets, environments and populations. Key employment destinations for Biotechnology graduates include the medical, diagnostic and healthcare industries primary industry, such as the agriculture, food and dairy sectors regulatory and consultancy services Crown Research Institutes and government agencies health and environmental protection and the tertiary education sector.

Study options

Full Time (18 Months)

Tuition fees
NZ$58,257.60 (29,32,085) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

City Campus

22 Princes Street,

Auckland,

1142, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (18 Months)

Tuition fees
NZ$58,257.60 (29,32,085) per year
Student Services Fee of $9.24 per point, estimated at $1,108.80 for full-time study (120 points).

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2027

Venue

City Campus

22 Princes Street,

Auckland,

1142, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science at a recognised university (or similar institution) in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences or another relevant subject with a minimum Grade Point Equivalent of 4.0.Relevant subjects may include biochemistry, biological sciences, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology.If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in either Biotechnology or Biological Sciences with a GPA of 4.0.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and most highly ranked university, with a global reputation for academic excellence and research.

  • Ranked 65th globally (QS World Rankings 2026)
  • New Zealand’s largest research organisation
  • Outstanding student support and excellent facilities
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