The Bachelor of Biotechnology delves into the innovative field where scientists develop new products and technologies for health, agriculture, science, and engineering. This course equips students with the skills and knowledge to turn scientific innovations into marketable solutions. It blends theory with practical learning, exploring the diverse applications of biotechnology, including antibody engineering for disease treatment, genetic plant engineering to boost crop yields, vaccine design, cell and tissue culture technologies, among others. This approach prepares students for a career in the dynamic world of biotechnology.
Entry requirements for the Bachelor of Biotechnology vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Bachelor of Biotechnology will prepare you for the following roles.
Biochemists are scientific professionals who are fascinated by the chemical structure of living cells and the biological processes that occur insid...
A Biomedical Scientist performs medical tests and analyses laboratory results. You might prepare reports on your findings to help medical staff mak...
A Biotechnologist develops and utilises biological processes for industrial and scientific purposes. You might work in laboratories, research insti...
A Pharmaceutical Scientist conducts research and develops new medications to improve health outcomes. You might work in a laboratory, pharmaceutica...
A Plant Biologist studies plant life and its interactions with the environment. You might work in research facilities, universities, or agricultura...
Tissue Engineers are at the leading edge of medical research and regenerative technologies such as stem cells and soft robotics. They use biomateri...
Biotechnology Engineers combine the principles of engineering and biology to formulate and develop new drugs, vaccines, fuels, plants, cosmetics, a...
A Bioinformatics Scientist analyses complex biological data using computational tools and methods. You might work in research institutions, pharmac...
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