AustraliaDiploma52 weeks

Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology

The University of QueenslandSt Lucia, Australia

Fee for international students

A$43,194 for the whole course (as of 2026)Source: CRICOS
Intakes
Not published
Duration
52 weeks
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Programme facts

Level
Diploma
Duration
52 weeks
Language of teaching
English
Study mode
Not published
Credits
Not published
Intakes
Not published

About this programme

The Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology program is designed for scientists who want to update their technical skills in core areas such as molecular biology, protein technology or bioinformatics, or acquire research laboratory experience. For your one year of full-time studies, you will select from over 30 courses, allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals. Choose electives in molecular genetics, food microbiology, business planning, intellectual property, drug discovery and development, immunology and infectious diseases, and more. With more than 400 biotechnology companies and some 600 medical device companies in Australia alone, UQ Biotechnology graduates are highly sought after for roles in health, agriculture, diagnostics, the environment, forestry, law and commerce.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS6.5 overall
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or 2 years full-time equivalent, relevant work experience in biomedical science, biotechnology, science, bioinformatics, pharmacy or engineering.
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Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.