Master of Biotechnology - Molecular Microbiology - 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. USD27,058.47)
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 various private and public sector organizations for their expertise in biological innovation and technological advancement for diverse markets and communities. Biotechnology alumni typically find careers in medical diagnostics, healthcare, agriculture, food production, 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

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