Biotechnology And Cell Biology
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
Biotechnology and cell biology is a rapidly growing area of science and is central to a variety of industries including medicine, diagnostics, agriculture, environmental protection, food technology, waste technology, and renewable resources technology.
This multidisciplinary course introduces students to the relevant technologies and latest developments in the fields of cell biology and biotechnology.
La Trobe is developing some of the best research facilities in the world, through the development of the A$94 million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, , currently under construction. Once completed, this Centre will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe science students.
Course structure
First year focuses on the core disciplines of biology and chemistry leading to specialised areas of study by third year. These include advanced medical and veterinary microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology, human and molecular genetics, plant biotechnology, and zoology.
Contact hours
Between 20 and 24 hours a week (average) in first year.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, zoology.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
23 360
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, extra costs can include a laboratory coat - about A$30 - and a dissecting kit - about A$40. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property.
Selection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 70
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 72.00
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 9
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE- 8,4
Sri Lankan A Levels - BCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 4A 2B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 73
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.7
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 70
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.4
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Career opportunities
Many organisations are now beginning to appreciate the power and range of biotechnology techniques. Graduates are likely to find employment in government research agencies, departments, private industry research, environmental science laboratories, advanced scientific and medical research, agricultural and resources industries, waste management, and intellectual property management.