Master of Biotechnology

Program Overview

The Master of Biotechnology (MBiotech) at the University of Auckland equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in biotechnology, enabling them to contribute to advancements in human and environmental health. The program offers specialization options in genomics, proteomics, microbial biotechnology, and bioinformatics, and provides opportunities for practical experience and research. Graduates are highly valued in various industries, including healthcare, agriculture, and research.

Program Outline

Master of Biotechnology (MBiotech) - The University of Auckland

Degree Overview:

The Master of Biotechnology (MBiotech) equips you with the knowledge and skills to contribute to advancements in human and environmental health. You can specialize in areas like genomics, proteomics, microbial biotechnology, or bioinformatics, or tailor your studies with a mix of courses across these topics. This program also equips you with skills for employment in the biotechnology sector or further study.

Key features:

• Focus on specific areas of biotechnology or tailor your studies with a mix of courses.
• Gain skills for employment in the biotechnology sector or further study.
• 18-month program with flexible starting points (Semester One or Two).
• Full-time or part-time study options available.

Outline:

Structure:

• 180-point program completed over three semesters full-time, with part-time options available.
• Delivered through lectures, seminars, laboratories, and research supervision.
• First two semesters comprise 120 points of core and elective courses.
• Second semester includes a research project and the course BIOSCI 761 Research proposal and seminar.
• Choice of practical experience course in cell-based or genome-based technologies (BIOSCI 704 or BIOSCI 701).
• Opportunity to specialize in areas like bioinformatics, molecular cell biology and genetics, molecular microbiology, plant biotechnology, or protein engineering.
• Final semester includes a 45-point research project and a 15-point taught course.

Subjects:

• Bioinformatics
• Biotechnology
• Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics
• Molecular Microbiology
• Plant Biotechnology
• Protein Engineering

Other:

• Dissertation option available for students with a GPA of 5.0 or above.

Careers:

Graduates are valued by employers in various private and public sector organizations for their understanding of how biology drives innovation and new technologies.

Key employment destinations:

• Medical, diagnostic, and healthcare industries
• Primary industry (agriculture, food, and dairy sectors)
• Regulatory and consultancy services
• Crown Research Institutes and government agencies
• Health and environmental protection
• The University of Auckland is New Zealand's world-ranked university.
• Learn more about the new MBiotech program from Dr. John Taylor, Senior Lecturer in the School of Biological Sciences.
• Access student career planning services through Career Development and Employability Services.