Biotechnology And Bioinformatics (Postgraduate Diploma)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Postgraduate Diploma in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
Length
1 year
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course provides individuals with the broad range of the skills required to excel in the rapidly developing field of biotechnology. Students learn key elements of biotechnology and the manipulation of molecular biological data. They are able to work in emerging biotechnology enterprises in Australia and overseas, in countries such as Singapore, India, and the Middle East.
Course structure
Subjects include Techniques in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Proteomics and Genomics, Bio-Business Management, Recent Advances in Biotechnology, Science Communication Skills, Skills in Science and Practical Biotechnology.
Contact hours
An average of 20 contact hours a week
Subject details
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
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesSelection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree containing at least second-year university-level biology, or an approved international equivalent.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Additional information
This course forms the first year of the Master of Biotechnology and bioinformatics.
Career opportunities
Biotechnology and bioinformatics are rapidly growing fields worldwide. Graduates can work in biotechnology enterprises in Australia and overseas.