Biotechnology

The Doctor of Biotechnology program is designed to train scientists in the application of principles of management, to develop an understanding of management issues for research enterprises and technology ventures and the integration of specialist training in the area of biotechnology and research. Students in the doctorate will undertake courses at an advanced level in areas such as regulatory and legal issues, innovation, and biotechnology venture management. In addition, a large self-directed study component and a thesis component is included to explore and develop academic areas of interest.

Students in the Doctor of Biotechnology are expected to research, develop and write a thesis that makes a significant contribution to the field. They also have to undertake advanced coursework and an industry placement.

The courses offered in the Doctor of Biotechnology are set out in the course list. 

• Research Process
• Preparation for Professional Doctoral Research
• Business Planning in Biotechnology
• Finance
• Principles of Entrepreneurship
• Professional Practice in Biotechnology
• Biotechnology Thesis

Prerequisites

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Biotechnology with Class I or IIA honours from UQ OR equivalent OR coursework masters with approved results in the research component and a Grade Point Average of 5.5 on a 7 point scale OR at least 2 years relevant professional experience and/or research publications. All potential candidates are interviewed as part of the selection process.

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. 

International students are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships and prizes. These may be offered by the University, the Australian Government, foreign governments, or private organisations.

The UQ Graduate School support almost 1800 research students from an annual scholarship budget of almost $40 million in Australian Government and University funding. The Graduate School coordinates a competitive, merit-based process for awarding scholarships in two rounds each year.