Duration

2 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2013

Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

32

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced).

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with either 1) a significant research component (equivalent to six months) 2) two years work experience or 3) evidence of research publications.

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to Apply

Closing Date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for Australian students

School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences

Email: scmb.molbiol.pgcw@uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 6190

Web:

Duration

2 Years full-time

Commencing 2013

Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

32

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced).

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with either 1) a significant research component (equivalent to six months) 2) two years work experience or 3) evidence of research publications.

CRICOS Code: 066288M

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)

view the English proficiency policy.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.

How to apply

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web:

Enquire online

Why study the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced)?

Molecular biology is the study of the structure and function of genes and the proteins they encode, including genome sequencing, recombinant DNA technology and macromolecular structure determination. This program provides advanced theoretical and practical training in molecular biology through lectures, workshops, extended projects and directed study. Students gain training in research methodology in molecular biology and have the opportunity to undertake major individual research.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced).

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with either 1) a significant research component (equivalent to six months) 2) two years work experience or 3) evidence of research publications.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with either 1) a significant research component (equivalent to six months) 2) two years work experience or 3) evidence of research publications.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 066288M

English proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.

Click here for application procedures for International students.

Closing date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced)

Careers

Graduates have a wide range of opportunities available. These include employment in pathology and hospital laboratories through to the food, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, as well as government departments and research laboratories, and the higher education sector.

Program rules for the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced)

To complete the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced)

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Molecular Biology (Advanced), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

#24 Advanced Master: A student is required to obtain #24 from the MMolBiol List including at least #16 from part C. #32 Advanced Master: A student is required to obtain #32 from the MMolBiol List including at least #16 from part C. Refer to MMolBiol rules for further information. These rules should be read in conjunction with the General Award Rules.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Related programs

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs: