Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) in Molecular Biotechnology 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Otago |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Molecular Biotechnology is the application of biological science at the molecular level.


Time Magazine called the 21st century the “biotechnology century”, a claim based on the explosion of molecular technologies, and the impact these technologies are likely to have.


The number of new products being developed for human and animal health is growing exponentially, and this trend is set to continue.


You could become involved in world-changing developments like finding new treatments for diseases, identifying important genetic traits, or helping solve crimes through new forensic techniques.


You'll gain wide knowledge in the fields of genetics, biochemistry and microbiology that can be used in industries in New Zealand and around the world.


You'll develop an appreciation of the impact of Molecular Biotechnology and learn about the technology behind recent advances in the biological sciences.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Molecular Biotechnology is the application of biological science at the molecular level.


Time Magazine called the 21st century the “biotechnology century”, a claim based on the explosion of molecular technologies, and the impact these technologies are likely to have.


The number of new products being developed for human and animal health is growing exponentially, and this trend is set to continue.


You could become involved in world-changing developments like finding new treatments for diseases, identifying important genetic traits, or helping solve crimes through new forensic techniques.


You'll gain wide knowledge in the fields of genetics, biochemistry and microbiology that can be used in industries in New Zealand and around the world.


You'll develop an appreciation of the impact of Molecular Biotechnology and learn about the technology behind recent advances in the biological sciences.

Admission Requirements

120+
90+
5+
6.5+
169+
58+
24+
  1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
  2. Every applicant must have been awarded a bachelor's degree with an average grade of at least B or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).

1 Year
Feb
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