- The University of Queensland offers a Master of Science in Biotechnology for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is designed for biological sciences, computing, and mathematics graduates who wish to increase their technical and research skills in core areas of bioinformatics, update their knowledge of recent technologies and methodologies, and obtain practical laboratory and computational skills through prolonged immersion in a research laboratory.
- Students will also have the opportunity to complete an independent research project on campus or in the industry, which will increase their technical and research skills.
- The sample courses of the program include:
- Bioinformatics
- Applications of Computational Statistics
- Advanced Bioinformatics
- Advanced Geno
- Students will learn through lectures, tutorials, work placements, online study, research experience, and seminars.
- This program will prepare students for a highly rewarding career in a variety of organizations, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, research organizations, and government.
- The University of Queensland ranks 1st in Australia and 7th in the world for biotechnology by Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021 respectively.
The University Of Queensland - [UQ], Brisbane, Queensland - Courses & Fees
Brisbane, Queensland
University Public CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Bioinformatics Research Extensive)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 9 out of 245 by US News Global Ranking 2022
₹23.2 L/Yr
A$42,992 /Yr
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For 2023 Intake Semester 2 | May 31, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For 2024 Intake Semester 1 | Nov 30, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
| Tuition Fees | ₹2315979 | ₹2315979 | ₹2315979 |
| Total Fees | ₹2315979 | ₹2315979 | ₹2315979 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing (On-Campus) | ₹1150663.2 |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | ₹784778.16 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold an approved equivalent Bachelor's degree in Science, IT, or Engineering, with an introduction in one or more subjects relevant to the study of bioinformatics, including molecular biology, computer science, and statistics.
- Or, have a Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics from a recognized university.
- A GPA of at least 5.0 on a 7 point scale is required to be eligible for this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
- Students must hold a GPA of 4 (60%) on a 7 point scale.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.
Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities for the students are:
- Bioinformatician
- Data scientist
- Data analyst
- Biostatistician
- Clinical data manager
- Geneticist, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Apr 30, 2023 |
| HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | ₹409573.61 | Yes | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Science International Scholarship- University of Queensland | Variable | Yes | Jun 26, 2023 |
| UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Variable | Yes | N/A |
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