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Australasian Biotechnology (backfiles)
AusBiotech
ISSN: 1036-7128
Vol. 10, Num. 5, 2000, pp. 18-27
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Australasian Biotechnology, Vol. 10 No. 5, 2000, pp. 18-27
BIOTECH EDUCATION
SPECIALIST TRAINING AND EDUCATION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY IN YEAR
2001
Code Number: au00051
This article lists, state by state, specialist biotechnology courses (short
courses, undergraduate and postgraduate courses) offered by Australian and New
Zealand educational institutes. We have not listed all BSc courses where molecular
biology is taught as a unit of microbiology, biochemistry or genetics. Instead,
we have tried to present information on courses aimed at biotechnologists or
students aiming to be biotechnologists. We apologise if we have inadvertently
omitted courses from this list. We would be pleased to publish at a later date
information on further courses. The information below has been updated to September
2000. Please do not contact the ABA for further information on these courses.
Contact the tertiary institutions directly. This article can also be accessed
on ABA’s website at http://www.aba.asn.au/
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
The Australian National University
- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
- Bachelor of Biotechnology 138503
- Course Coordinator: Dr Barbara Van Leeuwen
- tel: 02 6249 4520; fax: 02 6249 0313; email: Barbara.vanLeeuwen@anu.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, available part time
- Purpose of course: Specialised training in disciplines essential to
the understanding and applications of biotechnology.
- Entry requirements: As for current Bachelor of Science degree. The only
prerequisite is a passing grade in Chemistry to the level of at least
a minor in the ACT or multi strand science in NSW or equivalent.
- Unit details: Applications in Biotechnology
- Duration: 1 semester. 36 hours of lectures/tutorials, 30 hours experimental
work
- Purpose of course: Focus on specific areas of biotechnology and the
molecular basis of the applications: one week’s hands-on experience in
research laboratory. Funded and organised by Pest Animal Control CRC.
NEW SOUTH WALES
Charles Sturt University
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical & Applied Biotechnology)
- Course Coordinator: Dr Heather Urwin
- tel: 02 6933 2501; fax: 02 6933 2587; email: medbiotech@csu.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, part time - 6 years distance education
- Purpose of course: This course qualifies graduates as scientists, technologists
and research officers in the biotechnology industry and medical/veterinary
research and diagnostic/service laboratories
- Entry requirements: Maths and Chemistry advisable in HSC or recognised
equivalent. Non recent school leavers working in an approved discipline
are encouraged to apply for the distance education course.
- Honours Degree: Additional fourth year available after students have
qualified with the above degree; 2 years part time.
- Contact person: Dr George Car
- Course details:
- Master of Applied Science
- Contact person: Sub Dean - Graduate studies, Dr Philip Towers
- tel: 02 6933 2576; fax: 02 6933 2587; email: ptowers@csu.edu.au
- Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time
- Purpose of course: Aims to allow graduates to undertake research aligned
with their undergraduate discipline area and to support their professional
development and career aspirations.Entry requirements: A relevant honours
degree and (minimum level 2, division 1): a relevant 4 year degree: a
relevant 3 year degree plus Graduate Diploma or a relevant 3 year degree
plus demonstrated research ability and additional study.
- Research Degrees:
- Many research areas are available including respiratory science, asthma,
molecular biology, pharmacy, reproductive biology, microbiology, cardiac
physiology, pharmacology and others.
- Course details:
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Contact person: Sub Dean - Graduate studies, Dr Philip Towers
- tel: 02 6933 2576; fax: 02 6933 2587; email: ptowers@csu.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, part time - 6 years on campus, 3-6 years
distance education
- Purpose of course: To develop knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary
for the conduct of individual research at a level which will make a distinct
contribution to knowledge.
- Entry requirements: An Honours Degree in Health Sciences or a related
field or a Masters Degree with Honours or equivalent in Health Sciences
or a related field.
- Course details:
- Doctor of Health Science
- Contact person: Sub Dean - Graduate studies, Dr Philip Towers
- tel: 02 6933 2576; fax: 02 6933 2587; email: ptowers@csu.edu.au
- Duration: Part time 4-5 years
- Purpose of course: Provides for the academic and professional development
of applicants working in the broad area of the health sciences whilst
allowing significant flexibility to accommodate individual student, industry
and/or professional requirements.
- Entry requirements: A minimum of five years’ relevant professional experience
and a Masters Degree or equivalent (by coursework) in an approved area
of health sciences with credit grades or above in all subjects undertaken.
Macquarie University
- Department of Biological Sciences and Chemistry
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
- Duration: 3 years
- Purpose of course: To train students for the biotechnology industry
and/or for post graduate research. There are strong links with the "Australian
Proteome Analysis Facility" a major national research facility established
at Macquarie University with Commonwealth Government support in 1996.
- Entry requirements: 2 units of maths and 2 units of chemistry in HSC
- Research Degrees:
- B.Sc (Biotech) Hons, M.Sc (Hons), PhD Proteomics, see above.
University of New South Wales
- Department of Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Engineering in Bioprocess Engineering
- Course Coordinator: Prof Peter Rogers
- tel: 02 9385 3896; fax: 02 9313 6710; email: p.rogers@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 4 years full time. Not available part time
- Purpose of course: To train bioprocess engineers to translate scientific
advances in genetic engineering and cell culture into useful products
and services.
- Entry requirements: HSC maths, chemistry and physics
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- Contact person: Dr John Foster
- tel: 02 9385 2054, fax: 02 9313 6710, email: j.foster@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 4 years full time. Not available part time
- Purpose of course: To train biotechnologists who are able to take biological
processes and apply them to a wide range of commercial activities.
- Entry requirements: HSC maths and chemistry
- Course details:
- Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology
- Course Coordinator: Prof Peter Rogers
- tel: 02 9385 3896; fax: 02 9313 6710; email: p.rogers@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 1 year full time. 2 years part time
- Purpose of course: To give students with no background in biotechnology
the requisite knowledge to pursue a career in biotechnology.
- Entry requirements: 3 year undergraduate degree in a relevant science
field.
- Course details:
- MSc in Biotechnology (by course work)
- Course Coordinator: Prof Peter Rogers
- tel: 02 9385 3896; fax: 02 9313 6710; email: p.rogers@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 1 year full time. 2 years part time
- Purpose of course: To give graduates the training to enter a range of
biotechnology-related careers.
- Entry requirements: 4 year undergraduate degree in a relevant science
field.
- Course details:
- MSc in Biopharmaceuticals (by course work)
- Course Coordinator: Dr Stephen Mahler
- tel: 02 9385 3899, fax: 02 9313 6710, email: s.mahler@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 1 year full time. 2 years part time
- Purpose of course: To give graduates an appreciation of the recent innovations
in the development of recombinant biopharmaceuticals. This includes gene
cloning and expression and rational drug design and combinatorial approaches
to drug discovery.
- Entry requirements: 4 year undergraduate degree in Physiology and Pharmacology
or Biotechnology.
- Course details:
- MSc in Biopharmaceuticals (by distance education)
- Course Coordinator: Dr Stephen Mahler
- tel: 02 9385 3899, fax: 02 9313 6710, email: s.mahler@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 2 years full time. 4 years part time
- Purpose of course: To give graduates eight modules to complete course,
an appreciation of the recent innovations in the development of recombinant
pharmaceuticals. This includes gene cloning and expression and rational
drug design and combinatorial approaches to drug discovery.
- Entry requirements: 4 year undergraduate degree in Physiology and Pharmacology
or Biotechnology.
- Course details:
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Administration Officer: Ms Robin Lee
- tel: 02 9385 2050, fax: 02 9313 6710, email: r.lee@unsw.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time
- Purpose of course: To perform a novel piece of research in an area available
in the biotechnology field. The candidate should make an original and
significant contribution to knowledge.
- Entry requirements: 4 year Honours degree in a relevant science
- Research Degrees:
- Refer to website http://www.biotech.unsw.edu.au/.
- Course details:
- MSc by research
- Administrative Officer: Ms Robin Lee
- tel: 02 9385 2050, fax: 02 9313 6710
- Duration: 2 years full time. 4 years part time
- Purpose of course: To undertake research in an area of biotechnology
and to submit a thesis embodying the results of an original investigation.
- Entry requirements: 4 year degree in a relevant science which includes
research experience.
University of Newcastle
- School of Biological and Chemical Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- Duration: 3 years full time plus 1 year full time or 2 year part time
honours degree.
- 6 years part time.
- Purpose of course: This degree will provide students with an excellent
basic knowledge in modern biotechnology, including cellular and molecular
biology, as well as a range of experiences in research methods, data analysis,
instrumentation, information technology, quality management, bioethics
and law as they apply to the biotechnology industry. Students will also
have worked in a biotechnology environment for one semester.
- Entry requirements: Two units of Mathematics and 2 units of Chemistry
or equivalent. If you have no previous knowledge of chemistry or mathematics,
you are advised to enrol in the bridging courses offered by the Enabling
Programs Unit at the University in January/February 2001. Application
forms available in November - 02 4921 5558.
- Research Degrees:
- MSc and PhD - reproductive biotechnology: humans, mammals, marsupials,
amphibians, plant biotechnology, microbial biotechnology, molecular development.
University of Technology, Sydney
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology KB06
- Duration: 3 years full time. 6 years part time
- Purpose of course: To provide a professional qualification in biological
science with emphasis on DNA technology and its application and a firm
basis in the industrial aspects of biotechnology. Elective subjects give
the opportunity to explore interests in business, law and related sciences.
- Entry requirements: VAI > 70
- Research degrees:
- Honours, Masters and PhD. See website for research areas including gene
therapy, antibody engineering and vaccine development.
University of Western Sydney, Campbelltown Campus
- Department of Biological Science
- PO Box 555, Campbelltown NSW 2560
- Website: not supplied
- Head: Dr Mary Campbell
- tel: 02 4620 3383; fax: 02 4620 3025; email: m.campbell@uws.edu.au
- Course Coordinator: Dr Clem Kuek
- tel: 02 4620 3232; fax: 02 4620 3025; email: c.kuek@uws.edu.au
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Technology Management (Biotechnology)
- Duration: 3-4 years (honours) full time. Not available part time
- Purpose of course: Focus on career in biotechnology industry, particularly
manufacturing. Skills developed in bioscience and management.
- Entry requirements: HSC
- Research degrees:
- Honours, MSc (Hon), PhD.
University of Wollongong
- Department of Biological Science
- Bachelor of Biotechnology
- Course Coordinator: Dr Mark Walker
- tel: 02 4221 3439; email: biolog-sci@uow.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time. Honours: one additional year full time.
- Purpose of course: To focus on the rapidly developing nucleic acid,
protein and monoclonal antibody technologies, rather than on traditional
processes such as fermentation.
- Entry requirements: HSC students must achieve TER score for the course.
English and Mathematics are prerequisites.
NEW ZEALAND
Massey University
- Institute of Technology and Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Course Coordinator: Dr Pak-Lam Yu
- tel: 06 350 5027; fax: 06 350 5604; email: P.Yy@massey.as.nz
- Duration: 4 years full time. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: The biotechnology major develops the skills and knowledge
required for research and development in the processing of diverse biological
materials and for managing bio-industries.
- Entry requirements: Physics and Mathematics to 7th Form level.
- Research degrees:
- Dip. Tech., M. Tech., PhD
University of Canterbury
- Department of Plant and Microbial Sciences
- Private Bag 4800, Christchurch, New Zealand
- Website: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/
- Head: A/Prof Tony Cole
- tel: 0011 643 364 2729; fax: 0011 643 364 2083; email: a.cole@botn.canterbury.ac.nz
- Course details:
- Plant and Microbial Biotechnology
- Course Coordinator: Dr David Leung
- tel: 0011 643 364 2650; fax: 0011 643 364 2083; email: d.leung@botn.canterbury.ac.nz
- Duration: Late February to mid June, not available part time.
- Purpose of course: To expose students to new emerging technologies from
plant and microbial sciences.
- Entry requirements: Stage 22 Biochemistry, Microbiology or Plant Physiology.
- Research degrees:
- MSc and PhD in Biotechnology. Major research: search for novel bioactive
compounds from marine fungi and plant tissue culture.
University of Otago
- Inter-disciplinary, Cross-department course
- Biotechnology
- Course Coordinator: Dr Mike Legge
- tel: 0011 643 479 7845; fax: 0011 643 479 7866; email: mike.legge@stonebow.otago.ac.nz
- Duration: 2 years full time. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: To produce graduates who, as well as having a high
degree of technical skills and knowledge about biotechnology, can provide
expertise for the commercialisation of ideas and innovations. Produce
people who can work in an advisory or consultancy role.
- Entry requirements: BSc.
- Research degrees:
- Student can define the area of biotechnology they want to work on. An
industry component can be included.
University of Waikato
- Biological Sciences and Materials & Process Engineering
- Bioproducts and Bioprocessing
- Course Coordinator: Prof Roberta L. Farrell (details as above)
- Duration: 4 day short course - July 2001
- Purpose of course: This course and next course listed are held as distance
one paper equivalent MSc courses, with an industry-participant included.
- Entry requirements: Nil
- Research degrees:
- BSc, BSc (Tech), BE, MSc, PhD
- Course details:
- Protein Purification (given with Amersham Pharmacia)
- Duration: 4 day short course - July 2001
- Purpose of course: This course and previous course listed are held as
distance one paper equivalent MSc courses, with an industry-participant
included.
- Entry requirements: Nil
- Research degrees:
- BSc, BSc (Tech), BE, MSc, PhD
NORTHERN TERRITORY
No courses listed.
QUEENSLAND
Griffith University, Gold Coast campus
- School of Health Science
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- Course Coordinator: Dr A. Perkins
- tel: 07 5594 8818; email: a.perkins@mailbox.gu.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time (4 years Hons). 6 years part time
- Purpose of course: This degree programme provides a balanced education
in biomedical science, preparing students for postgraduate study in a
range of medical professions and for a research career. The programme
provides a focus at the molecular level as well as more general view of
biomedical science and related issues.
- Entry requirements: Adequate OP Band and sound achievement in Mathematics
B or C.
- Research degrees:
- Major research areas: cardiovascular physiology, human genetics, molecular
biology, bacterial pathogenesis, medicinal chemistry, nutrition.
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
- School of Life Sciences
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Biotechnology) (SCQ1)
- Course Coordinator: Dr Neville Bofinger
- tel: 07 3864 2244; fax: 07 3864 1508; email: n.bofinger@qut.edu.au
- Biotechnology Strand Coordinator: Dr Ron Epping
- tel: 07 3864 2576; fax: 07 3864 1534; email: r.epping@qut.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time
- Entry requirements: SA in English and Maths B over 4 semesters
- Research degrees:
- Master of Applied Science (Life Science) (LS50) 1.5 years full time
- PhD (IF49) 3 years full time
- Specialist areas: Medical and Plant Biotechnology, Diagnostics
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Biotech Innovation (Hons)
- Lecturer: Dr C Collet
- tel: 07 3864 5173; fax: 07 3864 1534; email: c.collet@qut.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years accelerated, 8 years part time
- Purpose of course: To develop graduates who are effective catalysts
in recognising, developing and commercialising opportunities in biotechnology
in the Australian industry environment.
- Entry requirements: SA in English and Maths B over 4 semesters
- Research degrees:
- MBA (GS85) 1 year; Master of Applied Science (Life Science) (LS50) 1.5
years full time
- PhD (IF49) 3 years full time
- Specialist areas: Medical and Plant Biotechnology, Diagnostics
- Course details:
- Laboratory Practices in Molecular Biology (Certificate)
- Course Coordinator: Dr Peter Cooke
- tel: 07 3864 2820; fax: 07 3864 1534; email: p.cooke@qut.edu.au
- Duration: 5 days
- Purpose of course: To understand the fundamentals of nucleic acid technology.
To gain insight into molecular laboratory practices. To develop a rationale
for troubleshooting experimental procedures. To access commonly used protocols
step by step to facilitate understanding of molecular biology.
- Entry requirements: BSc desirable.
The University of Queensland
- Faculty of Biological and Chemical Sciences
- Bachelor of Biotechnology
- Course Coordinator: Assoc Prof Ross Barnard
- tel: 07 3365 4612; fax: 07 3365 4699; email: barnard@biosci.uq.edu.au
- Duration: 4 years full time. Maximum 10 years part time
- Purpose of course: Students will have solid training in the basic sciences
and be familiar with emerging technologies. They will also be familiar
with the regulatory issues and commercial imperatives of the biotechnology
industry.
- Research degrees:
- D. Biotech., P.G. Dip. Biotech (coursework), M. Biotech (coursework),
MSc (Biotech) - research.
University of Southern Queensland
- School of Health Science
- Bachelor of Science - Biology/Biotechnology Stream
- Course Coordinator: Dr Andrew Le Brocque
- tel: 07 4631 2361; fax: 07 4631 1530; email: lebrocq@usq.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time. 8 years part time
- Purpose of course: Provide background knowledge and theory and practical
skills in latest techniques at the cutting edge of biotechnology. An emphasis
on human, plant, animal or microbial biotechnology can be incorporated.
- Entry requirements: Year 12 with at least four semesters’ sound achievement
in English and Mathematics B. Recommended: one of Chemistry, Biology or
Physics.
- Research degrees:
- M. Phil, MSc, PhD, Grad Dip Science, BSc (Honours)
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Flinders University
- School of Biomedical Sciences/School of Medicine
- Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)
- Duration: 4 years full time or 3 years advanced entry or part time equivalent
- Purpose of course: To train graduates for research and careers within
the biotechnology and related industries. The Honours degree incorporates
extensive practical training, a dedicated 8-month final year research
project and includes major components of Enterprise, Management as well
as legal and ethical aspects of biotechnology.
- Entry requirements: 4 PES or PAS plus 1 PES or PAS or SAS subjects
- Course details:
- Master of Biotechnology (Research)
- Duration: 1.5 year full time or 3 years part time
- Purpose of course: To give advanced theoretical scientific knowledge
and training with experience in research skills for independent study/research
at a postgraduate level plus an understanding of business management issues
related to modern biotechnology. This course is available on a full-fee
paying basis only.
- Entry requirements: 4-year Bachelors or Honours Degree (Credit average)
in Biological/Medical Sciences or NOOSR equivalent.
- Research areas:
- Agriculture, reproductive technologies, plant biotechnology, bioremediation,
fermentation technology and bioprocessing, plant and animal cell culture,
BioInformatics and genomics, cancer research, genetic diseases, mutagenicity
and genotoxicity, neuroscience, pharmacology, cardiology.
- Course details:
- Master of Biotechnology (Coursework)
- Duration: 2 years full time, not available part time
- Purpose of course: Advance theoretical scientific knowledge and training
at the postgraduate level, train graduates for positions within the biotechnology
industry. This is a full-fee paying course with up to six months credit
given for equivalent past qualification/training.
- Entry requirements: Bachelors Degree (Credit average) in Biological/Medical
Sciences or NOOSR equivalent.
- Course details:
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time
- Purpose of course: A PhD in Biotechnology is a research training degree
involving a wide range of specialised experimental techniques, generating
hypotheses and designing experiments to test them, analysing data and
assessing the implication of results from a scientific and industry perspective.
Research projects are available with any of the hundreds of staff from
the School of Medicine, the School of Biological Sciences and the Flinders
Medical Centre covering diverse areas of biotechnology including Pharmaceutical
Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology and
Plant Biotechnology.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice/Bachelor of Biotechnology
- Duration: 5.5 years full time, not available part time
- Purpose of course: To produce graduates to fill the expanding niche
between the scientific environment in which biotechnological research
is conducted and the legal environment including Intellectual Property
issues and Molecular Forensics. Graduates are qualified to practise law.
- Entry requirements: 4 PES or PAS plus 1 PES or PAS or SAS including
year 12 Chemistry
- Course details:
- Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology
- Duration: 6 months full time.
- Purpose of course: To provide advanced theoretical scientific knowledge
and training required for independent study at a post graduate level and
an understanding of business management issues required for modern biotechnology.
This is a full-fee paying course.
- Entry requirements: Bachelors Degree (Credit average) in Biological/Medical
Sciences or equivalent.
- Course details:
- Short Course on Discovery and Development of Microbial & Fermentation
Products (Certificate)
- Duration: 8 weeks full time. Available part time.
- Purpose of course: Training in the essential aspects of a modern microbial
discovery screening program. This is tailored to the industry client’s
requirement and will include: Natural Products Discovery: isolation and
selection of industrial microorganisms, screening methods and assay development;
taxonomic studies for identification of actinomycetes; strain improvement
of industrial microorganisms; chromatographic analysis and identification
of natural products; antibacterial/bacteriological evaluation of antibiotics.
- Fermentation Technology: expression and manipulation of secondary metabolism;
downstream processing; chromatography and purification of microbial metabolites.
- Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements will include a Bachelors
Degree (Credit average) in a life science or significant industry experience.
- Course details:
- Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science (DNA Technology)
- Contact person: Prof David Catchside
- Duration (intensive): Equivalent to one year full time over approximately
seven months. Includes placement in a forensic DNA laboratory. Part time
available.
- Purpose of course: To provide training for graduate employees of forensic
laboratories that are establishing or upgrading their capabilities of
their forensic DNA laboratories.
- Entry requirements: A degree in Chemistry or the Biological or Medical
Sciences from an approved institution.
- Research areas
- Research degrees in Forensic Science DNA technologies are also available.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics
- Duration: Three years full time or equivalent part time. There is an
honours degree course available on graduation with sufficiently high grades.
- Purpose of course: To train students for one of the most exciting areas
in modern science; the understanding, processing and interpretation of
biological information. It combines chemistry, informatics (computing
information systems) and genomics (the study of genetics) to create new
strategies for solving problems that affect the quality of human life.
Graduates will be equipped to assist in the informational aspects of major
initiatives such as drug discovery and development, genetic improvement
of corps, and the development of biocontrols for insects and weeds by
organising the large bodies of information collected through research
and assisting with the interpretation of the data.
- Entry requirements: Year 12 Stage 2 Mathematics 1 and Chemistry.
The University of Adelaide
- Faculty of Science
- Bachelor of Biotechnology
- Duration: 3 years full time. Up to 10 years part time
- Purpose of course: Broad-based introduction to biotechnology and paths
to specialise in plant biotechnology, agricultural biotechnology, microbial
biotechnology, medical biotechnology or bioprocessing.
- Entry requirements: Year 12 with Chemistry and Mathematics.
- Research degrees:
- Honours degree, MSc and PhD in many areas of biotechnology are available.
- Cross-Faculty - Science, Agricultural and Natural Resources
- Adelaide SA 5005
- Website: http://www.sciweb.science.adelaide.edu.au/
- Head: Prof Peter Rathjen
- tel: 08 8303 5352; fax: 08 8303 4348; email: http://head.biochemistry@adelaide.edu.au/
- Course Coordinators: Dr Tony Fratini and Dr Vladimir Jiranek
- tel: 08 8303 5506/08 8303 6651; fax: 08 8303 4348/08 8303 7116;
- email: antonio.fratini@adelaide.edu.au
vladimir.jiranek@adelaide.edu.au
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Biotechnology
- Contact person: Mrs Rosemary Priest, tel: 08 8303 5673
- Duration: 3 years full time. 6 years part time
- Purpose of course: To provide students with the opportunity to study
biotechnology with a cross-disciplinary approach and to pursue paths in
animal and plant biotechnology, microbial technology, medical biotechnology
or bioprocessing.
- Entry requirements: Year 12 with Chemistry and Mathematics I and Physics.
- Research degrees:
- Honours in one of areas studied at Level III.
- Professional and Continuing Education
- Contact: Liz Pryzibilla, Director
- tel: 08 8303 4777; fax: 08 8303 4411; email: pce@adelaide.edu.au
- Course details:
- Master’s Degree in Science and Technology Commercialisation delivered
in conjunction with the University of Texas
- Duration: 1 year
- Purpose of course: This innovative program is designed to provide Australia’s
most creative scientists, engineers and managers with practical skills
to commercialise intellectual property or new technologies. While subject
to the academic rigour of the Master’s Degree, the program is unique,
extremely practical and results oriented.
- The program is delivered on-line with a series of intensive workshops
at the University of Adelaide and a program of events in the United States.
It is designed to allow participants to continue full time employment.
- Entry requirements: Minimum of 5 years’ of professional work experience
and Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent demonstrable
experience and knowledge.
TASMANIA
No courses listed.
VICTORIA
Deakin University, Burwood
- School of Biological and Chemical Sciences
- Biomedical Science
- Duration: 3 years full time. Available part time.
- Purpose of course: Includes main areas of biomedical science, including
biochemistry, human genetics, human physiology, immunology, microbial
genetics and molecular biology. Strong emphasis on the causes, diagnosis
and treatment of disease at the molecular, cellular and system levels.
- Entry requirements: English, Mathematics (any) and at least one of Biology,
Chemistry or Physics.
- Research degrees:
- Research-based honours year available; Masters and PhD.
- Deakin University, Geelong
- Biological and Chemical Sciences
- Website: www.deakin.edu.au/
- Head: Chris Gray
- tel: 03 5227 1296; fax: 03 5227 2218; email: cgray@deakin.edu.au
- Course Coordinator: Bernard Kunz
- tel: 03 5227 2426; fax: 03 5227 3330; email: bkunz@deakin.edu.au
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
- Duration: 3 years full time. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: To provide students with a thorough grounding in
the study of biotechnology with an emphasis on molecular applications.
- Entry requirements: VCE Units 3 and 4 - score of 20 or higher in English,
Mathematics (any) and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
- Research degrees:
- BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD in molecular/cellular aspects of plant stress responses,
vertebrate physiology, cellular and systems homeostatis.
LaTrobe University, Bendigo
- Department of Biology
- Bendigo Vic 3552
- Course Coordinator: A/Prof R. J. Seviour
- tel: 03 5444 7459; fax: 03 5444 7476; email: r.seviour@latrobe.edu.au
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Applied Science
- Duration: 3 years full time. Not available part time.
- Research degrees:
- PhD in Fermentation Technology and Environmental Biotechnology
Monash University
- Faculty of Medicine
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- Course Coordinator: A/Prof Tony Luff
- tel: 03 9905 2567; fax: 03 9905 8126; email: tony.luff@med.monash.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: Knowledge and understanding of the biomedical and
related disciplines. Course includes subjects such as molecular biology,
human genetics, microbes in health and disease, bioinformatics and communication,
molecular medicine and biotechnology.
- Entry requirements: VCE English, Mathematics, Chemistry.
- Research degrees:
- Contact person: A/Prof J. Davies
- tel: 03 9905 4824; email: j.davies@med.monash.edu.au
- and Prof Julian Rood, tel: 03 9905 4825
- Details: Hons, Masters, PhD - see website for research areas in biotechnology:
http://www.%20monash.med.edu.au/biotechnology.
- Micromon Recombinant DNA Techniques Course
- Microbial Biotechnology & Diagnostic Unit, Department of Microbiology,
PO Box 53, Monash University Vic 3800
- Website: www.med.monash.edu.au/micro/department/dept1.htm
- Sunday 19 - Friday 24 November, 2000 (and held annually)
- Contact details: Mr Mark Cauchi tel: 03 9905 4830; Dr Andrew Davidson
tel: 03 9905 4814
- Course details:
- Micromon is now accepting enquiries and applications for its forthcoming
course, which offers introductory to intermediate training in "recombinant
DNA technology". Highly regarded throughout the industry and by former
participants, this outstanding course has been established for 14 years
and has attracted applicants from diverse backgrounds in private, government,
scientific clinical, educational and commercial organisations. It is designed
to teach fundamental skills to participants who have had little or no
previous experience with recombinant DNA techniques.
- The course consists of approximately 10 hours of theory provided by
experienced lecturers who are all active researchers in molecular biology,
experts in their relevant fields and are widely published.
- The practical training involves 30 hours of experimental work plus tutorials,
provided by instructors who routinely use the applications and procedures
covered.
Monash Institute of Reproduction and Development
- Graduate Diploma in the Biotechnologies of Life
- Duration: 2 years part time.
- Purpose of course: To develop skills and knowledge so graduates will
be able to work confidently in all new biotechnological fields.
Monash University, Gippsland campus
- School of Applied Sciences
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
- Duration: 3 years full time. Under 10 years part time. Available by
distance education.
- Purpose of course: Students in the program may choose to enter the industrial
strand or the medical strand after completion of a common first year.
- Entry requirements: Year 12
- Research degrees:
- Hons, Masters, PhD.
RMIT University
- Department of Applied Biology and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Biology and Biotechnology)
- Course Coordinator: A/Prof Ann Lawrie
- tel: 03 9925 2479; fax: 03 9662 3421; email: aclawrie@rmit.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time. 6 years part time.
- Purpose of course: The Department of Applied Biology and Biotechnology
at RMIT conducts a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Applied Biology/Biotechnology
that is unique in its topic areas and scope. The course is three years
in duration, with an optional fourth (Honours) year by invitation for
above-average students. Completion of the Honours year at a high standard
qualifies students for entry into higher degrees (Master or PhD) by research
or course work.
- Entry requirements: VCE Prerequisite Units 3 and 4: English, Chemistry,
either Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics and either Biology
or Physics.
- Research degrees:
- As above.
- Course details:
- Master of Applied Science (Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology) by
coursework
- Course Coordinator: A/Prof Margaret Deighton
- tel: 03 9925 2482; email: m_deighton@rmit.edu.au
- Duration: 2 years full time. 3 years part time. The full time structure
includes one semester of bridging subjects.
- Purpose of course: The course offers a choice of four topic areas: medical
and veterinary microbiology, food microbiology, plant biotechnology and
environmental biology. Students usually choose one of the major streams
but it is also possible to combine any subjects listed in the course structure.
In addition to the coursework subjects, the Master of Applied Science
includes one semester of research work.
- Entry requirements: A degree in Applied Science or Science. The Applied
Microbiology stream requires microbiology and biochemistry or biotechnology
to at least second year undergraduate level. A microbiology major is preferred.
The Environmental Biology stream requires biology and chemistry (or biochemistry)
to at least second year level. An ecology/aquatic science major is preferred.
The Plant Biotechnology stream requires plant science (physiology) and
genetics to second year level. A major in genetics or biotechnology is
preferred.
- Course details:
- Master of Applied Science (Applied Biology and Biotechnology) by research
- Course Coordinator: A/Prof Ann Lawrie
- tel: 03 9925 2479; fax: 03 9662 3421; email: aclawrie@rmit.edu.au
- Purpose of course: The course is designed to provide specialist postgraduate
training in research and includes extensive work on original research
and the presentation of a thesis for external assessment. The degree requires
the student to show mastery of scientific techniques in his/her area of
specialisation. Students without previous research experience are required
to complete a research methods subject.
- Course details:
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Course Coordinator: A/Prof Ann Lawrie
- tel: 03 9925 2479; fax: 03 9662 3421; email: aclawrie@rmit.edu.au
- Purpose of course: The course is designed to provide specialist postgraduate
training in research and includes extensive work on original research
and the presentation of a thesis for external assessment. The degree requires
the student to show mastery of scientific techniques in his/her area of
specialisation. Students without previous research experience are required
to complete a research methods subject.
- Course details:
- Masters in Biotechnology/Business (by coursework)
- Course Coordinator: Dr Gina Nicoletti
- tel: 03 9925 2133; fax: 03 9662 3421; email: Gina.nicoletti@rmit.edu.au
- Purpose of course: RMIT University will be offering in 2001 a Masters
by coursework combining advanced biotechnology and business management.
A joint venture between RMIT Department of Applied Biology and Biotechnology
and the School of Management RMIT Business, the course is desinged to
produce professionals literate in both biotechnology and business who
can contribute to the emerging biotechnology industries in the management
of technology and the implementation of technological innovation.
Swinburne University of Technology
- School of Engineering and Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biotechnology) EB055
- Duration: 4 years full time.
- Purpose of course: The aim of the course is to prepare students for
careers in chemical engineering, especially as new developments in biotechnology
influence the future of chemical engineering.
- Entry requirements: Appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent,
such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. VCE pre-requisites:
Units 3 and 4 - study score of at least 20 in English, one of Mathematical
Methods or Specialist Mathematics, and a study score of at least 25 in
one of Biology or Chemistry.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biotechnology)/ Bachelor of Business EBB055
- Duration: 5 years full time.
- Purpose of course: The aim of the course is to prepare students for
careers in chemical engineering, especially as new developments in biotechnology
influence the future of chemical engineering. Additionally, this course
aims to develop an understanding of local and global business environment,
general management business knowledge and skills, understanding of the
roles of research and development in business enterprises, entrepreneurship
and the processes of innovation.
- Entry requirements: Appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent,
such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. VCE pre-requisites:
Units 3 and 4 - study score of at least 20 in English, one of Mathematical
Methods or Specialist Mathematics, and a study score of at least 25 in
one of Biology or Chemistry.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Biochemistry) Z052
- Course Coordinator: John Fecondo
- tel: 9214 8584; fax: 9819 0834; email: jfecondo@swin.edu.au
- Duration: 4 years full time, including one year of industry-based learning.
- Purpose of course: To develop skills in biochemistry, microbiology,
biotechnology and chemistry and applications in industry. Also emphasis
of generic skills including scientific writing and presentation, problem-solving,
project management, team working and research skills.
- Entry requirements: English, one of Mathematical Methods or Specialist
Mathematics, one of Biology or Chemistry.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology/Biochemistry) Z049
- Course Coordinator: John Fecondo
- tel: 9214 8584; fax: 9819 0834; email: jfecondo@swin.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, plus one year of industry-based learning.
- Purpose of course: To develop a mastery of the scientific principles
that underly biochemistry and psychology and generic skills including
problem-solving and scientific communication and apply this knowledge
and skills base to a wide range of work environments.
- Entry requirements: English, a branch of Mathematics, one of Biology
or Chemistry.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) ESB055
- Course Coordinator: John Fecondo
- tel: 9214 8584; fax: 9819 0834; email: jfecondo@swin.edu.au
- Duration: 3 years full time, plus optional one year of industry-based
learning. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: To develop skills in biotechnology, biochemistry,
microbiology and chemistry and their applications in industry. To train
graduates in generic skills that will allow them to adapt to a rapidly
changing work environment.
- Entry requirements: English, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics,
one of Biology or Chemistry.
- Research degrees:
- MappSc/PhD in protein/peptide chemistry, molecular biology, bioremediation,
virology, molecular modelling.
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Arts (Media & Communications)
ESBA055
- Course Coordinator: John Fecondo
- tel: 9214 8584; fax: 9819 0834; email: jfecondo@swin.edu.au
- Duration: 4 years full time, plus optional one year of industry-based
learning. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: To develop a mastery of skills in biotechnology and
related sciences together with an appreciation of the impact of science
in society. The development of generic skills including scientific reporting
and communication is emphasised.
- Entry requirements: English, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics,
one of Biology or Chemistry. Entrance score > 85.
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Business ESBB055
- Course Coordinator: John Fecondo
- tel: 9214 8584; fax: 9819 0834; email: jfecondo@swin.edu.au
- Duration: 4 years full time, plus optional one year of industry-based
learning. Not available part time.
- Purpose of course: To develop a mastery of skills in biotechnology and
related sciences in combination with general business skills, management,
entrepreneurship and innovation. Generic skills, especially communication
skills are emphasised.
- Entry requirements: English, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics,
one of Biology or Chemistry. Entrance score > 85.
The University of Melbourne
- Faculty of Science
- Parkville, Vic 3052
- Website: http://www.unimelb.edu.au/
- Course Coordinator: Chris Cobbett
- tel: 03 8344 6240; fax: 03 8344 5139; email: c.cobbett@genetics.unimelb.edu.au
- Course details:
- Bachelor of Science
- Duration: 3 years full time. 6 years part time.
- Purpose of course: Co-major in biotechnology; includes the subject,
Biotechnology in Practice, and a selection of existing "biotechnology-related"
subjects from the BSc.
- Entry requirements: See university publications.
- Research degrees:
- Higher degree studies are available in numerous biotechnology-related
disciplines.
Victoria University of Technology
- School of Life Sciences and Technology
- Bachelor of Science (Biology: Biotechnology/Microbiology)
- Duration: BSc 3 years full time (Hons 4 years). Negotiable part time.
- Purpose of course: To provide students with a thorough understanding
of, and practical training in, the skills necessary to work in the biotechnology
industry. The main focus is on: genetic engineering, microbiology, bioprocessing
technology, biochemistry/molecular biology.
- Entry requirements: Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 20 in
each of English and Mathematical Methods.
- Research degrees:
- MSc (by research), PhD (by research) in a wide range of areas, including
Food Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology and Environmental Biotechnology.
- CRC for Cellular Growth Factors & CRC for Discovery of Genes for
Common Human Diseases
- C/- The Walter & Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, Post
Office, Royal Melbourne Hospital 3050
- Website: www.ludwig.edu.au/CRC-CGF/
- Head: Dr Douglas Hilton
- tel: 03 9345 2559; fax: 03 9345 2559
- Executive Officer: Leecia Angus
- tel: 03 9345 2695; fax: 03 9345 2616; email: angus@wehi.edu.au
- Course Coordinator: Dr Andrea Douglas
- tel: 03 9208 4000; fax: 03 9208 4030; email: adouglas@exgenix.com.au
- Scheme details:
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
- Duration: Flexible time to interface with formal undergraduate studies.
- Purpose of scheme: UROP provides research experience to undergraduate
students whilst they are enrolled in their formal scientific studies.
UROP students are paid as part of the scheme.
- Entry requirements: Enrolled in 2nd year science in a degree course.
Places limited, competitive selection.
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Murdoch University
- School of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Science/Biotechnology
- Duration: 3 years full time. Part time study is available, duration
depends on rate of progress
- Purpose of course: Undergraduate degree in Biotechnology. Honours in
Biotechnology is available (one year full time study).
- Entry requirements: Standard university entrance requirements. There
are no prerequisites for study.
- Research degrees:
- PhD and Mphil degrees are available. Areas of research strength include:
agricultural biotechnology; plant genetic engineering; fungal plant interactions;
marker assisted breeding; plant genomics; environmental biotechnology
and waste treatment; fermentation technology; bioleaching and mineral
production; production of recombinant proteins; Rhizobium studies and
biological nitrogen fixation; Rumen biotechnology; microbes and forest
health; bioinformatics and genome analysis; biomedical biotechnology;
molecular diagnostics; molecular ecology.
- WA State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre, Murdoch University
- South Street, Murdoch, WA 6150
- Website: http://www.science.murdoch.edu.au/centres/sabc
- Head: Prof MGK Jones
- tel: 08 9360 2424; fax: 08 9360 6303; email: mgkjones@central.murdoch.edu.au
- Course Coordinator: Dr David Berryman
- tel: 08 9360 6119; fax: 08 9360 6303; email: berryman@central.murdoch.edu.au
- Course details:
- Short courses in molecular biology
- Duration: Up to 1 week full time.
- Purpose of course: Professional development courses eg. Introduction
to Molecular Biology, Advanced course in Gene Mapping etc.
- Entry requirements: None
- Research degrees:
- Honours and PhD in a wide range of subjects in plant, animal and microbial
biotechnology.
University of Western Australia
- Department of Biochemistry
- Biochemistry 351/352/371/372
- Duration: 1 year full time BSc. Not available part time
- Purpose of course: To build on 2nd year biochemistry; address cellular
function from perspective of cellular macromolecules - DNA, RNA and Protein
- Entry requirements: Biochem 210; IEE applicable mathematics
- Research Degrees:
- Research areas - enzymology; enzyme kinetics; mammalian histidine kinases;
biotin-dependent enzymes; human lactation.
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