Biotechnology
A postgraduate program
Fast facts
Course type: | Postgraduate (coursework) |
| Availability (full-time or part-time): | Full-time |
| Location: | On campus |
Courses
| Course name | Units | Duration (full-time equivalent) | GradStart code | CRICOS code |
| Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology | 18 units | 6 months | 2GC074 | 038768E |
| Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology | 36 units | 1 year | 2GD044 | 057077G |
| Master of Biotechnology Studies | 72 units | 2 years | 2CM059 | 043767G |
Overview
The key feature of the programs is research training across a variety of specialist areas in medicine and science. Advanced theoretical scientific knowledge is complemented by relevant practical laboratory training and backed up by business training in financial, marketing and management skills. The law, ethics, society and the environment have great relevance in biotechnology and all are examined.
Master of Biotechnology Studies students take the core topics, a number of elective topics and a nine-month research project in the School of Medicine or School of Biological Sciences.
Research projects are a vehicle for independent learning in a specific area of biotechnology that includes the principles of experimental design and analysis, innovation, critical thinking and research data presentation. Specialisations cover the full range of biotechnology.
The courses articulate and the sequentially developed topics allow progression through the three awards. Candidates who have completed the Graduate Certificate are awarded credit towards the Graduate Diploma. Candidates who have completed the graduate diploma are awarded credit towards the Masters.
*The University also offers the Master of Biotechnology program (Coursework & Research).
What will I study?
Refer to the program of study: Why study Biotechnology at Flinders?
- Flinders University is perfectly positioned to offer postgraduate biotechnology courses. The close collaboration of the School of Biological Sciences and the School of Medicine opens up a multi-disciplinary range of expertise and research areas – medical, pharmaceutical, industrial, environmental and agricultural. The schools also have strong links with industry and complementary institutions.
- At Flinders, our postgraduate courses have low numbers, small class sizes and that’s the way we like it. It gives our staff time to devote to students; it gives students a more interactive atmosphere in which to make the most of their high levels of motivation and achievement.
- The latest resources are available for specialised practical ‘hands-on’ training. There are several scholarships available to International Students. Refer to the scholarship database for further information.
- Surveys have ranked Flinders University highly among Australian universities for student satisfaction, teaching quality, teaching and research links, employer satisfaction with students and research spending and publication rate. The student population is about 15,600, with international students making up about 12%. The campus boasts halls of residence and off-campus, affordable accommodation is available nearby. Regular and frequent public transport services the campus on several routes.
How can I use Biotechnology in my career?
The research component is a strength of these courses that is critical in the workplace. A further feature is the emphasis on business training. Graduates of these programs are job ready and highly skilled for medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, industrial and environmental applications.
The Masters programs can also be a pathway to a PhD for those who don’t have an honours degree and want to pursue a research career.
Entry requirements
Domestic students
| International students
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| Applicants must normally have completed, with a Credit average or better, an approved degree in a biological, agricultural or medical science, at an approved tertiary institution. | Applicants must normally have completed, with a Credit average or better, an approved degree in a biological, agricultural or medical science, at an approved tertiary institution. English language requirements: If English is not your 1st language you must meet English language requirements. | ||||
Applications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Mid-year entry:
| Yes | Mid-year entry:
| Yes |
| Apply through: | SATAC - GradStart | Apply through: | International Office |
| Application closing dates: | Semester 1, 2009: 20 February 2009 | Application closing dates: | Semester 1 2009: 30 November 2008 Semester 2 2009: 31 May 2009 |
Annual fees
Course | Place type | Domestic students | International students |
| Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology | Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount
| N/A | N/A |
| Full fee paying | $2,832 | $10,550 | |
| Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology | Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount | N/A | N/A |
| Full fee paying | $6,041 | $21,100 | |
| Master of Biotechnology Studies | Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount | N/A | N/A |
| Full fee paying | $6,094 | $21,100 |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Contact
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: soak.up.science@flinders.edu.au
Course Coordinator: Prof Chris Franco
Phone: +61 8204 5764
Email: chris.franco@flinders.edu.au
General domestic students information
Web: Prospective students
Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General international students information
Web: International students
Enquiries: Ask Flinders
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