Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds
Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds

75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, Victoria, Australia

Master of Biotechnology (Professional)

Master's Degree

Program Summary

Become an in-demand biotechnology expert and create innovative solutions to global issues when they study a Master of Biotechnology (Professional) at Deakin. From pioneering medical advancements to cutting-edge solutions to food, agricultural, and environmental problems, they’ll gain advanced technical skills to build a global career affecting positive change. They need to graduate with high-level biotechnology knowledge, practical laboratory and fieldwork experience, and professional networks to succeed in a booming industry.

Learn under internationally recognized researchers and discover how to take their specialist knowledge of biotechnology from the lab and apply it across genetic, chemical, industrial, and agricultural settings. Their biotechnology expertise will be complemented by skills in statistical data analysis, computer coding, research, and a well-developed understanding of the commercial biotechnology environment – giving them the confidence to thrive across a range of industries when they graduate. In their first year, they’ll gain in-depth biotechnology knowledge before pursuing a pathway in research, industry placement, or advanced coursework.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

50

Writing

50

Listening

50

Speaking

50

Program Intakes

Open date

May 24, 2026

Submission deadline

June 9, 2026

Open date

May 24, 2026

Submission deadline

February 2, 2027

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree

Program Length

$29710 AUD

Cost of Living

$0 AUD

Application fee

$41400 AUD / First Year

Gross Tuition