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CRICOS course code: 049585K

Level of study: Postgraduate

Summary

Step into an exciting and fast-growing area of science.

La Trobe's Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics will give you skills and knowledge that can be applied to current and emerging technologies in human health, diagnostics, sustainability, food security, renewable energy and more. Biotechnology combined with informatics makes use of the huge, rational data sets provided by the 'omic' sciences. These offer significant opportunity for research, 'data mining' and innovation in health and Artificial Intelligence.

You'll learn:

Bioinformatics

Learn how to use and apply commonly available bioinformatics software programs to address biological problems.

Practical biotechnology

Enhance your practical skills in contemporary molecular biology applications.
Learn about cloning, protein expression, protein purification and immunoblotting.

Scientific communication skills

Build your expertise in report writing and data presentation while gaining knowledge of copyright, plagiarism, databases, journals and online resources.

Proteomics and genomics

Gain theoretical experience in advanced technologies such as CRISPR-mediated gene editing, next generation sequencing and mass spectrometry.

Protein chemistry

Carry out a range of laboratory techniques to purify and characterise protein preparations.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9.

CAREER OUTCOMES

Biotechnology is one of the fastest-growing areas in science. With a high demand for skilled graduates, you'll be well placed to pursue roles like:

Biotechnologist

• Work in biopharmaceutical research and development to design and construct biological systems to produce medically relevant products.
• Keep abreast of new strategies in the field of molecular biology.
• Analyse, report and document data.
• Contribute to the production of technical notes or the dissemination of findings.

Bioinformatician

• Work with different researchers on a variety of projects.
• Advise stakeholders on study, design and interpretation of data.
• Communicate study findings to researchers clearly and effectively.
• Prepare figures for publication.

Research assistant

• Perform and analyse experiments, develop assays, provide technical support to the research team and manage the day-to-day running of the laboratory.
• You may choose to work in the biotechnology sector, a university or a research Institute.

Accreditation, registration and/or membership details for this course may be found on the La Trobe University website.

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