Study Master of Science specialising in Biotechnology at Adelaide University in Australia,

Master of Science specialising in Biotechnology

Australia

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What will I learn?

Our Master of Science is all about research skills, lifelong learning and industry-relevant professional development. The Biotechnology specialisation has a strong focus on entrepreneurship, preparing you for the changing – and challenging – demands of the sector. Build in-depth knowledge of the latest technologies and methodologies in biotechnology, such as genetic engineering, bioinformatics and molecular biology. Learn how to plan and execute laboratory experiments to solve real-world research problems. Understand the innovation process and key aspects of commercialisation. Identify new product opportunities and collaborate in teams to meet them. Choose specialised electives – from animal biotechnology to project management – and apply your skills in a year-long research project. You’ll study alongside active research experts, working at the cutting edge of biotechnology, where major advances are influencing vaccines, cancer and stem cell therapies. You’ll graduate prepared for dynamic careers in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, agriculture and environmental management. With its strong research focus, you can also use this degree as a pathway to a PhD.

CRICOS

115957B

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$56,600.00 (US$ 37,300) per year
Accommodation - ranging from AUD$150 - $600 plus per week

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

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Adelaide City Campus

Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd,

Adelaide,

South Australia,

5001, Adelaide, Australia

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$56,600.00 (US$ 37,300) per year
Accommodation - ranging from AUD$150 - $600 plus per week

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

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Adelaide City Campus

Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd,

Adelaide,

South Australia,

5001, Adelaide, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible for admission, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and fulfill any essential criteria for admission:A completed bachelor honours degree (AQF level 8) or equivalent in a discipline aligned with the selected specialisation and an overall Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher (or equivalent academic performance) from a recognised higher education institution; ORA completed graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher from a nested program or discipline aligned with the selected specialisation with an overall Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher (or equivalent academic performance) from a recognised higher education institution.Aligned disciplines for each specialisation include:Biotechnology - genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology or related;Environment and Conservation - ecology, environmental chemistry and biology (or related), earth science;Global Food and Nutrition Science - food and nutrition;Medical Radiation Physics - science (physics), engineering;Sustainable Georesources - earth science, geology, geophysics, environmental geoscience, mineral geoscience.

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

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