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Graduate Diploma of Science in Biotechnology
Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
This Graduate Diploma of Science (Biotechnology) is specifically designed for students who have a first degree in basic biological or chemical sciences. The course aims to provide an understanding of the fundamental principles of the key areas of biotechnology, including molecular biology, bioinformatics, medical, industrial, forensic and agricultural biotechnology. View Graduate Diploma of Science (Biotechnology) course handbook Get a copy of our course guide Upgrade your skills Laboratory skills Problem solving Communication skills Research project skills Stretch your career further Science or Biotechnology teacher Health and medicine professional Agriculture professional Pharmaceutical/environmental sales executives This course is delivered by Swinburne University of Technology.
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Course structure
Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Science (Biotechnology) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 100 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated. Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study) Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study) Core units 75
Admissions
does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process. English language requirements Satisfactory completion of one of the following: IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above or equivalent measures available at English language requirements . Need to undertake an English assessment for entry? A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus. Book your Pearson Test of English Credit transfer Credit is granted in.
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