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Master of Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology)
M.Bio(PB)
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| Location: | Waite Campus |
| Duration: | 2 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Masters by Coursework |
Plant Biotechnology has a strong emphasis on understanding plant form and function from molecular, genetic and bio-chemical perspectives. The program extends this understanding from fundamental science to applications in plant production, human and animal health, biofuels, and ultimately to commercialisation of plant biotechnology. The program is designed as a series of short courses, integrating scientific communication, critical thinking, problem solving and bioinformatics into the curriculum.
The Masters is a 48-unit program, comprising 24 units of coursework and 24 units of research. If a student is awarded status/credit for relevant professional and/or research experience, they are required to complete 12 units of research. Students will report their research findings in a manuscript published in either a refereed journal or the school's own journal.
The Masters consists of all listed core courses.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| SATAC Code | 3CM029 |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
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| Mid-year entry? | No |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $24,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | No |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $24,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | No |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
Courses
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Biotechnology offers rewarding and well-paid careers using advanced technologies that will transform food production and environmental management. Career opportunities exist in government departments, universities and private companies in research and development, advisory and consultancy positions.
Biochemist, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineer, Organic Chemical Engineer
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Last updated: Monday, 13 Jul 2009
