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Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

La Trobe University (La Trobe)Bundoora, Australia

Fee for international students

A$90,800 for the whole course (as of 2026)Source: CRICOS
Intakes
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Duration
104 weeks
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Programme facts

Level
Master's
Duration
104 weeks
Language of teaching
English
Study mode
Not published
Credits
Not published
Intakes
Not published

About this programme

Be a biotech trailblazer. The field of biotechnology is vast, varied and rapidly growing. Whether you want to create vaccines or explore genetic modification, we'll teach you what you need. In La Trobe's Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, you'll learn to harness new and emerging technologies in human health, diagnostics, sustainability, food security and renewable energy. Develop the human skills and technical expertise to launch a career in a range of exciting industries. From biological products to pharmaceuticals, agriculture to nutrition: you'll be prepared to work in the fields that rely on this fast-growing area of science. This degree gives you more than flexibility in your career - it also gives you flexibility in how you study. In your final year, you could take an advanced bioinformatics pathway.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS6.5 overall
  • TOEFL iBT79
Prerequisites
Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Applicants must have an Australian Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent).; Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Specialisation - compulsory: At least two years (four semesters) of biology, including at least two semesters in any of the following areas of study at second-year level or above: biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, cell biology, genetics or biotechnology.; Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 60%; International: IELTS - 6.5 < 6.0 (PG minimum) - 6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.; Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses
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Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.