Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology

    Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology at University of Queensland

    Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology at University of Queensland

    The Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology is a Graduate Diploma degree offered by University of Queensland on the St Lucia campus in Brisbane, Australia. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 1 year to complete. Students study at the St Lucia campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The tuition fee is USD 40,541 / year(s), and the next intake is available from July 27, 2026.

    About Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology

    Equip yourself with the scientific skills and business, legal and regulatory understanding needed to translate discoveries from the laboratory to real life.

    The Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology integrates practical scientific training with commercialisation and innovation, giving you a dynamic mix of skills that are highly sought after across biotechnology and a broad range of industries in Australia and overseas.

    This flexible program is designed for scientists who want to update their technical skills in core areas such as molecular biology, protein technology or bioinformatics, or acquire research laboratory experience.

    For your one year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) studies, you'll select from over 30 courses, allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals.

    Choose electives in molecular genetics, food microbiology, business planning, intellectual property, drug discovery and development, immunology and infectious diseases, and more.

    You’ll learn from leading experts in this rapidly emerging industry and receive hands-on training applying cutting-edge techniques in state-of-the-art laboratory and research facilities similar to professional working environments.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology at University of Queensland

    Entry Requirements

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 5 point scale where 2 is a pass.

    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 Opportunities after Completing Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology

    Career possibilities

    Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

    • Nanotechnology and biosensor application specialist
    • Diagnostic test developer
    • Pharmaceutical producer
    • Industry researcher
    • Venture capital consultant
    • Plant breeding, engineering, cropping or horticulture specialist
    • Plant and animal geneticist
    • Agricultural advisory board member
    • Business plan analyst

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    40,541 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150
    Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology at University of Queensland
    University of Queensland
    University of Queensland
    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane

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