Course code: #MC111P03
These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.
The Master of Biotechnology focuses on the study of living systems to address challenges in the environment, health or food science.
Students will explore gene and protein technologies, bioinformatics, and various microbiology and food science disciplines, both in the classroom and via a strong component of hands-on laboratory practicals.
This program includes an option to complete one semester of either work experience in the form of an industry placement, or a research project where you’ll complete minor thesis.
All students have the opportunity to analyze real-world data when they undertake a bioinformatics research project.
This program emphasizes the practical application of new knowledge and technologies, and includes an optional semester of work experience or a research project.
Year one focuses on the development of core skills and knowledge, allowing you to specialize by selecting subjects of interest relevant to your chosen stream.
Year two further develops your specialization. Here you will apply your skills to a bioinformatics research project and have the opportunity to complete an optional work placement or additional research project with an industry partner.
Note: You will not need to pay any application fee but some of African countries will need to deposit of AU$100 application fee.
$37,440
Cost of living | 1 person | $10,620 |
Accommodation | 1 bed room | 0 |
Tuition | 1 person | $37,440 |
Note: Documents must be certified.
If you don't meet the English language test scores Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide as follows:
RMIT English Worldwide (REW):
REW courses are available in 6 levels with Entry requirements as follow:
REW levels of study | Elementary (10 weeks) | Pre-Intermediate (10 weeks) | Intermediate (10 weeks) | Upper-Intermediate (10 weeks) | Advanced (10 weeks) | Advanced Plus (10 weeks) |
IELTS / IELTS Indicator | 3.5 no band <3.0 | 4.0 no band <3.5 | 4.5 no band < 4.0 | 5.0 no band <4.5 | 5.5 no band <5.0 | 6.0 No band <5.5 |
TOEFL iBT / TOEFL iBT® Special Home Edition | 28 | 30 | 33 | 40 (Minimum: Listening 3, Reading 3, Speaking 12, Writing 12) | 50 (Minimum: Listening 5, Reading 5, Speaking 14, Writing 15) | 60 (Minimum: Listening 9, Reading 10, Speaking 16, Writing 19) |
PTE | 23 | 30 | 33 | 36 | 42 | 50 |
CAE | - | - | - | - | 162 | 169 |
You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in biological sciences, food science/technology, biotechnology, medicine, veterinary science, dentistry, agricultural science or chemical engineering with a minimum GPA of 2.0 (60 - 69%) (out of 4.0).
Prerequisites
Successful completion of a chemistry or biochemistry course in a bachelor degree.
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