About the course

Biotechnology focuses on biology and technology, leading to the development of new products for feeding, fuelling and healing the world. This might include vaccine, antibiotic or hormone production and genetic modification. It?s a fast-evolving industry with huge potential for improving global health and wellbeing. When we modify living things, all sorts of marvels become possible. Our Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) combines traditional science with aspects of engineering and computer science. You will: delve into molecular, genetic, animal and plant biology, experiment with protein separation, fermentation, genomics and proteomics, use the revolutionary gene editing technology at the first Genome Editing Facility in Australia, explore microbial biotechnology and bioprocess engineering, learn how to produce food, drugs and other products, consider social and ethical issues, patents and waste management. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Adelaide
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Adelaide
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Adelaide
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Adelaide
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Adelaide
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Adelaide

　　

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Entry requirements for The University of Adelaide

Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject. IELTS: Overall 6.5,m TOEFL: Paper-based: total score of 577 with a minimum of 4.5 in the Test of written English (TWE) OR Internet-based: total score of 79. International Baccalaureate (IB) required - 27

　　

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Adelaide. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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