Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical)
Ready to drive progress in a top-ranking postgraduate degree?
Our Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical) focuses on innovative technologies for disease prediction and treatment.
What will you do?
- Learn from active researchers in biomedical science.
- Gain the latest industry insights from lab placements.
- Take courses in entrepreneurship, innovation and intellectual property management.
- Undertake a one-year independent research project.
You’ll also gain access to the following internationally-renowned research facilities and centres:
- Adelaide Proteomics Centre (APC)
- Adelaide Microarray Centre (SAHMRI)
- SA Genome Editing Facility (SAGE)
- Genomics Facility (SAHMRI)
- Confocal Microscopy
- Adelaide Microscopy
- Bioinformatics Hub.
Where could it take you?
You’ll be at the cutting-edge of biotechnology, where major advances are influencing important issues such as vaccines, cancer and stem cell therapies. Due to the strong research focus, this degree is often used as a pathway to a PhD in biotechnology and biomedical science.
*QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2022
Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM162 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent in the fields of Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related, with a minimum GPA of 4. |
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Student Profile
Applicant background Semester one/Full year intake 2023 Number of students Percentage of all students International students 27 90.0% All students 30 100.0%
Fees and Scholarships
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| Indicative annual tuition fees |
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
Graduates are highly sought after by organisations such as:
- government health departments
- pharmaceutical companies
- Hospitals
- private and public biotechnology companies
- universities
- CSIRO & biomedical research institutes
- forensic laboratories
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Industry Placement
Potential careers
Medical Scientist, Biomedical Scientist, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnologist, Diagnostic Technician, Research Associates, Research Scientist, Epidemiologist, Scientific Officer, Food Scientist, Food Technologist
Degree Structure
The Masters is a 48-unit program of advanced coursework, including core courses, a range of electives and a requirement to complete an 18-unit research project.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Areas of Specialisation
Each student will be expected to complete a research project under the direction of a scientific and industry mentor. The research project is designed to develop the practical and theoretical skills required for real life research projects.
Example Study Plan
| Year1 | S1 | BIOTECH 7000 Advanced Research Platforms | BIOTECH 7030 Science Commercialisation & Innovation [or Semester 2] |
Approved elective | Approved elective |
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| S2 | BIOTECH 7003 Advanced Research Techniques | EDUC 7055 Research Communication [or Semester 1] |
Approved elective | Approved elective | |
| Year2 | S1 | BIOTECH 7020A Research Project Part 1 (12 units) [or Semester 2] | |||
| S2 | BIOTECH 7020B Research Project Part 2 (12 units) [or Semester 1] | ||||
Assessment
For individual courses, assessment includes exams, written and oral assignments and investigative projects (both individual and group). The research project is assessed by literature review, research proposal, seminar, viva voce and a thesis.
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Last updated: Wednesday, 13 Sep 2023
