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
2018
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, research 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.
Biomedical research and its applications are a key focus of the curriculum, particularly as they relate to career opportunities in the Asia Pacific region.
The Master of Biotechnology (Biomedical) is an AQF Level 9 Masters Extension qualification with a standard full-time duration of 2 years.
Conditions
Condition of Continuing Enrolment: A student must complete all of the coursework before commencing the research 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.
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 which must include a research project (24 units), comprising:
- Core courses to the value of 15 units
- Elective courses to the value of 9 units
- Research equivalent courses to the value of 24 units in the form of a research project
Core Courses
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Core Courses
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 EDUC 7054 Research Design 3 EDUC 7055 Research Communication 3 ENTREP 5016 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 3 -
Research Project
Students must complete a research project with a written thesis of not longer than 20,000 words:
All of the following courses must be completed:
Students are required to take both the Part 1 and the matching Part 2 course.
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOTECH 7020A Research Project Part 1 0 BIOTECH 7020B Research Project Part 2 24
Electives
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Elective Courses
Courses to the value of up to 9 units may be taken from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOTECH 7001 Drug Discovery and Development 3 BIOTECH 7002 Stem Cells and Advanced Tissue Culture 3 BIOTECH 7006 Biomarkers, Detection and Diagnostics 3 BIOTECH 7004 Molecular Microbiology and Vaccines 3 BIOTECH 7005 Bioinformatics and Systems Modelling 3 EDUC 7058 Research Processes 3 PROJMGNT 5004 Managing Project and Systemic Risk 3 PROJMGNT 5021 Applied Project Management 1 3 BIOTECH 7007 Biotechnology in Practice 3 or other postgraduate coursework courses offered by the University with the approval of the Program Coordinator.