Master of Science (Applied Biology & Biotechnology)

About the course

This Master of Science (Applied Biology & Biotechnology) is a masters by research degree designed to build advanced research capability in applied biology and biotechnology. You’ll undertake an independent research project with academic supervision, developing skills in research design, analysis and scientific communication. The program supports work aligned to biomedical sciences and related applied science areas, preparing you for further research or specialist roles in biomedical & biotechnology.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles that apply advanced biological and biotechnology research skills across laboratories, research institutes, universities and industry. Outcomes can include research assistant/associate positions, biotechnology or biomedical research roles, quality and analytical laboratory work, and progression to doctoral study. The research training also supports careers requiring experimental design, data interpretation and scientific reporting in biomedical & biotechnology.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)