Auckland,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Biotechnology - Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics - Taught 180 points in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland
University of Auckland
|
Auckland New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
46,525
(c. USD26,963.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Our MBiotech program enables you to investigate opportunities, acquire knowledge, and tackle pressing worldwide issues affecting human and environmental health. You can specialize in fields such as genomics, proteomics, microbial biotechnology, or bioinformatics, or choose a diverse curriculum encompassing all these subjects. Additionally, you'll cultivate skills that prepare you for careers in biotechnology or advanced academic pursuits. Admission requires an accredited undergraduate degree in biotechnology or biological sciences, with foundational knowledge in molecular biosciences, biochemistry, microbiology, and genetics. Graduates will be highly sought after by employers in both private and public sectors for their expertise in biological innovation and technological advancement across various markets and communities. Biotechnology alumni typically find careers in medical diagnostics, healthcare, agricultural and food industries, regulatory consulting, government research institutions, environmental protection, and higher education.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have completed a Bachelor of Science at a recognised university (or similar institution) in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences or another relevant subject with a minimum Grade Point Equivalent of 4.0.
Relevant subjects may include biochemistry, biological sciences, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology.
If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in either Biotechnology or Biological Sciences with a GPA of 4.0.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5 and no bands below 6.0
Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - Overall score of 90 and a written score of 21
Paper-based TOEFL - Overall score of 68 and a writing score of 21
Tuition
NZD
46,525