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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Science in Biological Sciences (Coursework)

Course code: #7640

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Science in Biological Sciences (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $47,940 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    5 out of 7

  • CRICOS code

    096439G

Highlights
Research

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 22-December-2021 2021-12-22
Winter-July 15-May-2022 2022-05-15

Overview

Master of Science in Biological Sciences

Are you interested in the range of organisms that make up our green planet? Do you want to be a part of new discoveries about the natural world around us?  

The Master of Science in Biological Sciences is a flexible coursework program that can be tailored to suit your specific educational goals. 

The program allows you to specialize in a particular area of biology such as biomedical sciences, ecology and evolution, genetics, and plant sciences. 

Alternatively, you can utilize the program to provide a broad overview of biological sciences today. 

The practical classes build on your traditional technical knowledge while developing your skills in new cutting-edge experimental techniques.

Learning Outcomes

  • demonstrate high level knowledge in the area of their study;
  • apply their knowledge in the discipline to new problems;
  • interpret, synthesize and critically analyze published literature of relevance to the discipline;
  • demonstrate theoretical and/or practical skills relevant to techniques and research methodology for the discipline;
  • critically analyze data within the discipline to reach independent conclusions;
  • demonstrate a critical understanding of science in society;
  • clearly communicate theory and results in both written and oral formats.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$59,640

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,700
Accommodation 1 bed room $11,700
Tuition 1 person $47,940

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Work Experience Documents (If applicable)

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

80
18
listening
20
writing
18
speaking
20
reading

PTE

64
55
listening
55
writing
55
speaking
55
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Duolingo test which must be taken and submitted after April 2020 for entry in Semester 1 2021, Semester 2 2021, and Semester 1 2022 only.

110 plus recorded interview with Initial View.115 or better for entry without recorded interview

The IELTS Indicator and TOEFL internet based test Home Edition will be accepted for entry in Semester 1 2021, Semester 2 2021 or Semester 1 2022 only.

ANU College programs deliver pathways to ANU designed to help you successfully transition to undergraduate or postgraduate study. 

Academic English Preparation
Academic English Preparation (AEP) is a 10-week program focused on English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. 

AEP is designed to equip international students with skills and knowledge needed to live and work in Australia, and to successfully transition to other courses at ANUC. 

To enrol in AEP, you must have an IELTS of 5.0 (minimum 4.5 in each band) or an overall TOEFL IBT of 40 with a minimum of 12 in writing. 

Once enrolled, you must achieve a score of 60 per cent or more to successfully complete AEP. No additional IELTS is required to progress to Foundation Studies or ANU Access. 
ANU Access
ANU Access is a 10-week intensive program with a strong focus on academic English. 

To be eligible for ANU Access, you must have an overall IELTS of 6.0 (with no band less than 5.5) or an overall TOEFL IBT of 68 with a minimum of 18 in writing

A range of other English language tests are also accepted. Once you successfully complete the program you can enter your degree at ANU.


Academic background and requirement

Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent

  • with a minimum GPA of at least 5.0/7.0
  • with at least 8 courses in a cognate discipline, which must also have a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0.

The GPA requirement for this program must be met by both the program as a whole, as well as by the 8 courses in a cognate discipline. 

Where more than 8 cognate courses have been completed by the applicant, ANU will take the best 8 courses when assessing the cognate GPA.

Cognate Disciplines 

Biology, biomedical sciences, molecular biology, genetics, evolution, ecology and plant sciences.

Credit Granted

Applicants with a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate in a cognate discipline may be eligible for up to 24 units (one semester) of credit. 

Applicants with a Graduate Diploma or Bachelor degree with Honours in a cognate discipline may be eligible for up to 48 units (one year) of credit.

Career opportunities

  • Biological Technician
  • Biochemist
  • Health Communications Specialist
  • Agricultural and Food Scientist
  • Microbiologist

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