Register
Login
About the course
Deakin’s Graduate Diploma of Biotechnology builds specialist biotechnology expertise through practical, hands-on learning and exposure to contemporary research tools and analytical instruments. You’ll strengthen laboratory and applied skills across genetic, industrial and agricultural contexts, while also developing capability in biostatistics, data analysis, coding and the commercial biotechnology environment. This graduate diploma prepares you for advanced study and professional work in biotechnology and related life-science settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue biotechnology-focused roles across health, agriculture, food, environmental and industrial sectors. The course supports pathways into laboratory and applied research environments, biomanufacturing and quality settings, and organisations using bioinformatics and data-driven approaches. With experience using modern biotech tools and understanding industry contexts, you may work in biotech companies, government and regulatory areas, research institutes, or continue into further postgraduate study in biotechnology.
Living Costs in Geelong**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,000 - 1,323 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 665 - 879 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 13 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 257 - 339 |
Average Salary***
