Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical) (MBiotech(Biomed))
Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical) (MBiotech(Biomed))
Program Code
MBIB
Program Faculty
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology
Academic Year
2025
These Program Rules should be read in conjunction with the University's policies (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies).
Overview
This program explores the full spectrum of the biotechnology sector, spanning the discovery, research and development phases. Students will be exposed to a range of technology platforms, and develop highly competitive laboratory and project management skills. In addition, students will examine many of the contemporary issues related to biotechnology, including compliance and regulation, commercialisation and risk management strategies.
The application of biomedical research is a key focus of the curriculum, particularly as it relates to career opportunities in the Asia Pacific region.
The Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical) is an AQF Level 9 Masters qualification with a standard full-time duration of 2 years. Students who have received a GPA of > 6.0 for the first year will be eligible for a place in the Masters of Biotechnology (Biomedical) (Advanced).
Program Learning Outcomes
- Have knowledge and understanding of the content, technologies and practices of biotechnology and how they are translated to applications with a focus on biomedical science.
- Be able to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise biomedical, business and industry and social information from a wide variety of sources in a planned, structured and timely manner.
- Be able to communicate scientific and technological knowledge across a wide range of cultural contexts, and to effectively communicate within working groups.
- Be able to evaluate, select and use appropriate contemporary biomedical technologies.
- Be able to communicate the importance of continuous improvement and learning, and the application of multi-disciplinary approaches in biotechnology.
- Be able to commit to the highest standards of professional endeavor and the ability to take a leadership role in the global biotechnology community.
- Be able to discuss the importance of the ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities in biotechnologies in particular.
- Be able to communicate an understanding of how biomedical research can result in beneficial outcomes.
Conditions
Condition of Continuing Enrolment: A student must complete 24 units of coursework before commencing the capstone project.
Interruption of program: Students must apply for permission from the Executive Dean or delegate before taking a Leave of Absence. Any extension of the leave without approval will result in the loss of place in the program but an application may be made to be re-admitted to the program subject to the admission procedures in place at the time.
Program Maximum Duration: As specified in Table 1 of the Coursework Academic Programs Policy, this program must be completed within a Maximum Duration which includes any periods of non-enrolment, leave of absence or approved study at other institutions for credit towards a Program.
Academic Program Rules for Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical)
There shall be a Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical).
Qualification Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical), the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 48 units, comprising:
- Core courses to the value of 15 units
- Research equivalent courses to the value of 12 units in the form of a Biotechnology Capstone Project
- Elective courses to the value of 21 units
Core Courses
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Core Courses
To satisfy the requirements for Core Courses students must complete courses to the value of 15 units.
All of the following courses must be completed:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOTECH 7000 Advanced Research Platforms 3 BIOTECH 7003 Advanced Research Techniques 3 BIOTECH 7030 Science Commercialisation & Innovation 3 and
Courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value EDUC 7054 Research Design 3 EDUC 7054OL Research Design 3 and
Courses to the value of 3 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value EDUC 7055 Research Communication 3 EDUC 7055OL Research Communication 3 -
Capstone Project
To satisfy the requirements for Capstone Project students must complete courses to the value of 12 units.
All of the following courses must be completed:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOTECH 7008 Applied Biotechnology Research and Design 12
Electives
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Elective Courses
To satisfy the requirements for Elective Courses students must complete courses to the value of 21 units.
Courses to the value of at least 18 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOTECH 7001 Drug Discovery and Development 3 BIOTECH 7004 Molecular Microbiology and Vaccines 3 BIOTECH 7005 Bioinformatics and Systems Modelling 3 BIOTECH 7007 Biotechnology in Practice 3 BIOTECH 7009 Advanced Microscopy Imaging and Analysis 3 BIOTECH 7040 Application of Next Generation Sequencing 3 BIOTECH 7050 Protein Purification: Principles and Practice 3 and
Courses to the value of up to 3 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value ANIML SC 7043RW Animal Biotechnology 3 BIOINF 7150 Genomics Applications 3 CHEM ENG 7063 Good Manufacturing Practice, Validation and Regulation 3 PROJMGNT 5004 Risk Assessment and Management 3 PROJMGNT 5021 Project Management Fundamentals 3 or other postgraduate coursework courses offered by the University with the approval of the Program Coordinator.