Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Biotechnology

    Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Biotechnology

    Duration5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 39,937 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 27, 2026

    Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Biotechnology

    About

    Prepare for the future with a program at the forefront of innovation.

    This dual degree combines the practical and theoretical requirements of a professional engineering qualification with the exciting new commercialisation aspects of the growing biotechnology industry.

    You'll gain advanced skills in established and emerging engineering disciplines and combine life sciences theory, specialised practical training and entrepreneurial thinking.

    UQ's respected Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program is one of the most comprehensive in Australia for design, technology and innovation. Within this program you can specialise in chemical engineering.

    In the Bachelor of Biotechnology, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to translate innovative scientific ideas into commercially viable solutions.

    Deepen your understanding of the key issues within biotechnology such as intellectual property, regulatory compliance, quality assurance and quality control. Learn to apply quality management systems in biotechnology so that products and technologies are safe and reproducible.

    You’ll also learn how to assess the market potential and financial viability of new products or technical services such as vaccines, diagnostics, biopharmaceutical drugs, transgenic plants or innovations in stem cell therapy.

    With a dual qualification in engineering and biotechnology, you'll be equipped for a wide variety of career opportunities in Australia’s thriving life sciences sector where you can contribute to pioneering new frontiers in health, agriculture, science, engineering, and beyond.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    GCE A and AS Levels

    `A¿ Levels for locations including: Bahamas, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cameroon, Falkland Islands, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Hong Kong (SAR), Ireland, Kenya, Liberia, Macau, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Namibia, Nigeria, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, United Kingdom, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Aggregate of best 3 (or 2) A Level subjects or a combination of A and AS Level subjects equivalent to 3 (or 2) A Level subjects. A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 and AS Levels count for half of these scores.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    International Baccalaureate Diploma QTAC Schedule 2023-24. Schedule Code S1716

    USA Composite ACT (Score 36 Scale)

    The United States of America College Board Composite ACT Score 36 Scale. QTAC Schedule 2023-24. QTAC Schedule Code: S5040

    Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

    The United States of America Advanced Placements (APs) issued by the College Board; an aggregate of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 AP results, where A=5, B=4, C=3 (Pass), D=2, E=1. Completion of the equivalent of a recognised school leaving certificate is also required.

    USA Composite SAT-I Score(Since March 2016)

    Total of SAT-I: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and SAT-I: Mathematics. Completion of the equivalent of a recognised school leaving certificate is also required.

    None of the above

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 87

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Career

    Career possibilities

    Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

    • Bioprocess scientist
    • Product support specialist
    • Field application scientist
    • Biopharmaceutical scientist
    • Bioprocess development engineer
    • Chemical engineer
    • Process engineer
    • Service engineer
    • Technical manager
    • Biotechnologist
    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    39,937 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150

    How to Apply

    Undergraduate admissions

    Study your first university degree, or find a new direction for a career change.

    1. Choose your program: Find a program to match your interests, passions or career goals.
    2. Review entry requirements: You need to meet all entry requirements to be considered for an offer.
    3. Review admission schemes: Improve your chances of getting in through adjustments and other schemes.
    4. Consider your pathway options: If you need help meeting entry requirements, there are pathways available.
    5. Review fees and financial support: Understand your study costs and the financial help that's available.
    6. Check credit eligibility: You may be eligible for credit for previous university, IB or other study.
    7. Submit your application: How to complete and submit your application.
    8. Respond to your offer: How you can respond if you receive an offer to study at UQ.
    9. Get ready for UQ: Your next steps to get ready to study at UQ.

    Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Biotechnology

    University of Queensland

    University of Queensland

    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane