The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Biotechnology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationBiotechnology is a creative entrepreneurial field, where scientists design innovative products and technologies, pioneering new frontiers in health, agriculture, science, engineering and rapidly emerging disciplines.
At UQ, you’ll learn from award-winning scientists who have successfully commercialised their discoveries. You'll receive hands-on training applying cutting-edge techniques in state-of-the-art laboratory and research facilities similar to professional working environments.
You'll examine biotechnology’s varied applications, from antibody engineering to fight disease and genetic plant engineering to increase agricultural yields, through to vaccine design, cell and tissue culture technologies, and more.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 81.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Biotechnology will prepare you for the following roles.
Biochemist
Biochemists are scientific professionals who are fascinated by the chemical structure of living cells and the biological processes that occur insid...
Biomedical Scientist
A Biomedical Scientist performs medical tests and analyses laboratory results. You might prepare reports on your findings to help medical staff mak...
Biotechnologist
A Biotechnologist develops and utilises biological processes for industrial and scientific purposes. You might work in laboratories, research insti...
Pharmaceutical Scientist
A Pharmaceutical Scientist conducts research and develops new medications to improve health outcomes. You might work in a laboratory, pharmaceutica...
Plant Biologist
A Plant Biologist studies plant life and its interactions with the environment. You might work in research facilities, universities, or agricultura...
Tissue Engineer
Tissue Engineers are at the leading edge of medical research and regenerative technologies such as stem cells and soft robotics. They use biomateri...
Biotechnology Engineer
Biotechnology Engineers combine the principles of engineering and biology to formulate and develop new drugs, vaccines, fuels, plants, cosmetics, a...
Bioinformatics Scientist
A Bioinformatics Scientist analyses complex biological data using computational tools and methods. You might work in research institutions, pharmac...
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
