Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
RMIT University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00122A
The Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) offers a unique combination of the skills and technologies needed to understand the molecular basis of these challenges, and how to address them. Technologies include functional genomics, nano- and gene technologies, synthetic biology, molecular biology, lab-on-a-chip technology, environmental biotechnology, microbiology, and immunology. This degree will stimulate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills to help you to be competitive in modern biotechnology. Studies over three years include functional genomics and proteomics, gene technologies, biochemistry, bioinformatics, environmental biotechnology, cell structure and function, chemistry, genetics and molecular biology, microbiology, immunology and more.
Structure
Total Credit Points: 288
Standard entry requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).
Recognition
Depending on the major area of study chosen, graduates can apply for professional membership of: The Australian Society for Microbiology, The Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Study pathways
Graduates of the RMIT Associate Degree in Applied Sciences biomedical science stream with a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 out of 4.0 may be able to receive credit of up to 1.5 years (equivalent to 144 credit points). Graduates of the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) or the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology) with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0 may be able to receive credit of up to one year (equivalent to 96 credit points):
Study information
Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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Bundoora | Domestic: $100,800 |
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Melbourne City | Domestic: $100,800 |
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Further information
Bio-technologists use gene manipulation of plants, animals and micro-organisms to create new biological products for pharmaceutical, agricultural, diagnostic and environmental use. They also develop diagnostic tools to detect diseases rapidly and conduct human stem cell research with the aim of treating or preventing illnesses. There is a wide range of graduate opportunities because of the broad training and flexibility of the program. Graduates are employed in research, diagnosis and technique development in public institutions such as the CSIRO, AQIS, police forensics, research institutes, bio-security, universities and hospitals and in private industry (areas such as fermentation, food, biotechnology, cell products and vaccines). With experience, graduates have gone on to become state and national leaders and involved in exciting projects such as the sequencing of the human genome.