RMIT University - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Biotechnology is a rapidly expanding area, with applications in such diverse areas as food science, microbiology, agriculture and environmental biology. This is a two year full-time or four years part-time programme. The program provides specialist postgraduate training in biotechnology through four streams- food microbiology, clinical microbiology, environmental and agricultural biotechnology, food science and technology.

In addition to the coursework component, the Master of Biotechnology includes one optional semester of work experience or research project. The course work uses a variety of learning methods including formal lectures, flexible learning activities, review of current literature, oral presentations and practical experience.

Biotechnology

Applicants will need a degree in Applied Science or Science, Agriculture or another appropriate undergraduate degree e.g. Chemical Engineering. The Environmental stream requires biology and chemistry (or biochemistry) to at least second year level. An ecology/aquatic science major is preferred. The Plant Biotechnology stream requires plant science (physiology) and genetics to second year level. A major in genetics or biotechnology is preferred.

Masters

Campus

2 Years