Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) requires 3 years of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time). The course specialisation is offered by the College of Science and Engineering.The course specialisation is also available as an exit award from the Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biotechnology) - 4 years, subject to meeting the … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Program of study overview
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Program of study
108 Units

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

The course specialisation aims to develop graduates with an awareness of professional practice within the interdisciplinary, global biotechnology industry. It is designed to develop graduates' abilities to contribute to the development of scientifically sound, ethical and culturally sensitive solutions to complex problems for the economic and social benefit of society. It aims to develop graduates who work effectively within team environments and improve their practice through critical reflection and learning.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
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Transfer and apply core scientific concepts to propose solutions in the biotechnology industry
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Work in ways that are informed by knowledge of the legislative, regulative, commercial, scientific and social environment
3.
Use critical analysis and problem solving skills to propose innovative solutions within a diverse range of biotechnology industry sectors
4.
Synthesise information and communicate effectively, succinctly and sensitively with the scientific community, co-workers, government agencies, investors, the broad public and particular cultural and Indigenous communities
5.
Apply judgement and initiative to propose and prioritise work strategies in consultation with co-workers to achieve timely completion of a project
6.
Work in a multidisciplinary team and incorporate the views of all stakeholders including Indigenous groups
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Use self-awareness and consultation to understand your role within a group and how you can best contribute to the group
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Articulate a conscious understanding of your own values and demonstrate respect for the values of others and the ability to view an ethical dilemma from multiple view points
9.
Inform society of impending developments and engage in a constructive debate
10.
Incorporate understanding and awareness of Indigenous and other communities' religious beliefs and culture into biotechnology practice

Associations

Course/Course specialisation association
Honours - 1 year/Bachelor association
Honours - Embedded/Bachelor association