Master of Science (Biotechnology)
Overview
Our Master of Science (Biotechnology) is designed for students with a previous degree in chemical sciences or biology. This course provides students with advanced education in the theory and practice of biotechnology preparing them for research-based careers or further education in the field.
After graduating, students can pursue employment in medicine and health, agriculture, pharmaceutical and environmental industries.
Upgrade your skills
- Extensive laboratory skills in key areas including biochemistry, biotechnology
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Microbiology and bioinformatics
- Communication skills
- Research project skills
Stretch your career further
- Diagnostic services and pathology services
- Forensic science laboratories
- Wine industry and breweries
- Scientific sales representatives/executives
- Veterinary science
- Associates to patent attorneys
Key codes
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Strong industry connections and co-creation
- CSIRO
- Melbourne Pathology
- Eastern Health
- Epworth Hospital
Why Swinburne?
The median income for PG graduates five years out is $89K
90.8% of PG graduates found employment within 4 months of completing their course
Top 20% for PG teaching quality in Australia
