Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology) (GCertBiotech(PlantBiotech))

Program Code
GCBIO

Program Faculty
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology

Academic Year
2017

These Program Rules should be read in conjunction with the University's policies (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies).

Overview

This program has a strong emphasis on understanding plant form and function from molecular, genetic and biochemical perspectives. It extends this understanding from fundamental science to applications in plant production, human and animal health, biofuels, and ultimately to commercialisation of plant biotechnology. The program is designed as a series of short courses, integrating scientific communication, critical thinking, problem solving and bioinformatics into the curriculum.
The Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology) is an AQF Level 8 program with a standard full-time duration of 0.5 years.

Academic Program Rules for Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology)

There shall be a Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology).

Qualification Requirements

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology), the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 12 units, comprising:

  1. Core courses to the value of 12 units

Core Courses