UndergraduateBiology & Life Sciences
Bachelor of Biotechnology
University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Biotechnology at the University of Newcastle draws on the biochemical processes and genetic diversity of living organisms to benefit the modern world. The degree covers genetic engineering, pharmaceuticals, and plant and animal science, with recent developments such as high-profile vaccines giving the field new prominence. Students develop laboratory and analytical skills for careers in research, product development and industry across health, agriculture and environmental biotechnology.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
3 terms of coursework
- Molecules, Cells and Organisms
- Organisms to Ecosystems
- Professional Skills for Biological Sciences 1
- Introduction to the Biotechnology Sector
- Introductory Physics for the Life Sciences
- Statistics for the Sciences
- Molecular Laboratory Skills for Biological Sciences
- Laboratory Skills in Biological Systems
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Genetics
- Microbial Biology
- Biomolecules
- Advanced Laboratory Skills in Biological Sciences
- Animal Physiology, Reproduction and Development
- Molecular Biology
- Microbiology
- Cellular Biotechnology
- Biotechnology Placement
- Preparatory Studies in Mathematics
- Foundational Studies in Mathematics
- Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1
- Introductory Chemistry I
- Introductory Chemistry II
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences II
Admissions
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
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