Postgraduate course
Graduate Diploma of Biotechnology
Macquarie University
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About
With the world population rapidly growing, the need for products and technologies that can produce sustainable food sources, create cleaner fuels, reduce our environmental footprint and combat disease also grows. Biotechnology which has been employed for thousands of years in agriculture, food production and medicine utilises cellular and biomolecular processes to develop such products and technologies.
The Graduate Diploma of Biotechnology, which takes a multidisciplinary approach to biotechnology practice and research, will provide you with the knowledge and skills to begin or advance your career in the field of biotechnology. You’ll develop capabilities in areas such as functional proteomics, molecular genomics, biochemistry and cell biology, microbiology and molecular biology, genetics and macromolecules.
Admission criteria
- An Australian level 7 bachelor qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent including final year studies in biochemistry or molecular biology, and
- Three years (full-time equivalent) of relevant work experience.
- Meet the minimum English language proficiency requirements.
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Related fields for prior qualifications
Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology, Biology, Industrial Biology, Pharmacy, Genetic Engineering, Biotechnology Engineering, Medical Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Chemistry, Biomolecular Sciences, Chemical Engineering
Relevant experience
Biotechnology companies and pharmaceutical production companies in roles such as drug discovery, biomanufacturing, exploiting biodiversity for new bioactive compounds, exploring alternative energy sources, developing improved crop varieties for sustainable food production, diagnostics and industrial biotechnology.
Upload your CV as a PDF within the UAC application if you are seeking admission on the basis of work experience.
Contact Future Students if you have any queries regarding the admission criteria listed: email postgraduate@mq.edu.au or call 9850 6767.
Fees and charges
^ Course fees are indicative only and subject to change. View fee information on the Macquarie University website.
Australian Government financial assistance
Further information
Read the full course details on the Macquarie University website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.