Master of Biotechnology (Professional)

About the course

This Master of Biotechnology (Professional) builds advanced biotechnology expertise to address global health, food, agricultural and environmental challenges. You’ll strengthen laboratory and fieldwork capability while learning to apply biotechnology across genetic, chemical, industrial and agricultural contexts. The course also develops data analysis, coding, research and commercialisation awareness, and offers pathways in applied research, industry practice or advanced coursework in a Master-level biotechnology qualification.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue biotechnology roles across research, industry and commercial environments, applying advanced molecular and analytical skills to real-world problems. Career directions may include biotechnology research and development, laboratory or production roles in industrial biotech, agricultural or environmental biotechnology, and positions supporting bioinformatics and biostatistics workflows. Industry engagement and professional networking embedded in the degree support employability in Master-level biotechnology and related life-sciences sectors.

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***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)