Master of Biotechnology
- 2 years
- Duration
- 48,300 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
In our daily lives, biotechnology is essential. As the world's population grows over the next few decades, the use of plants, animals, and bacteria—enhanced by fields like genetics, genomics, and synthetic biology—gives rise to new methods for producing food, fiber, and biochemicals as well as new approaches to environmental protection and stewardship. In addition to studying genetics and molecular biology theory, you will get top-notch instruction in "next generation" practical methods like proteomics, metabolomics, genomics, and synthetic biology. Bioinformatics techniques will supplement these fundamental abilities.
By providing a comprehensive foundation in cutting-edge biotechnology and fusing it with entrepreneurial and commercialization skills, this hallmark program distinguishes us from other colleges. In addition to learning practical skills like genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, genetic engineering, synthetic biology tools like CRISPR, and basic and advanced bioinformatics, this entails improving the theory of genetics and molecular biology. Current streams include genetics and genomics, environmental biotechnology, biochemistry and molecular biology, commercialization, and the use of biotechnology in plant and animal breeding.
Program structure
Core (take all units (24 points):
- MKTG5503 Enterprise and Innovation (6)
- MKTG5604 Technology Commercialisation (6)
- SCIE4001 Collecting, Analysing and Interpreting Big Data in Biology (6)
- SCIE5507 Food Fibre and Fuel Security (6)
Option
Students in course by coursework only take all units from this group (12 points):
- SCIE5004 Professional Skills in Science (6)
- SCIE5005 Science in Practice (6)
Option
Students in course by coursework and dissertation take 24 points.
- SCIE5571 Dissertation Part 1 (6)
- SCIE5572 Dissertation Part 2 (6)
- SCIE5573 Dissertation Part 3 (6)
- SCIE5574 Dissertation Part 4 (6)
- AQUAtech specialisation
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology specialisation
- Environmental and Agricultural Biotechnology specialisation
- Genetics and Genomics specialisation
- Synthetic Biology specialisation
Price
- Tuition fee — 48,300 AUD per year.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- a Bachelor of Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
- met the prerequisite for the chosen specialisation
For the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology specialisation an applicant must have
- successfully completed intermediate units at a tertiary level in Biochemistry, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA;
- successfully completed intermediate units at a tertiary level in Molecular Biology, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA
For the Environmental and Agricultural Biotechnology specialisation, an applicant must have successfully completed Chemistry ATAR, or CHEM1003 Introductory Chemistry equivalent, as recognised by UWA;
For the Genetics and Genomics specialisation, an applicant must have successfully completed intermediate units at a tertiary level in Genetics, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA;
For the AQUAtech specialistion an applicant must have successfully completed Chemistry ATAR, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA;
For the Synthetic Biology specialisation an applicant must have successfully completed intermediate units at a tertiary level in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology or Genetics, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
