Overview

This Biological Sciences course at Queensland University of Technology provides a strong foundation in the core biological sciences such as physiology, genetics, zoology, plant sciences and microbiology. It is designed to be hands on, to develop problem-solving skills through active learning, and to give an early appreciation of the way that many disciplines can be brought to bear on a problem.

Careers and outcomes

Graduates work in a wide range of public and private sectors jobs, and in environments including offices, laboratories, farms, fields, factories, cities and forests.

Biologist

Biomedical laboratory officer

Cytologist

Forensic biologist

Government officer

Inventor

Laboratory assistant

Marine scientist

Microbiologist

Plant biotechnologist

Population ecologist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Grand Challenges in Science

Experimental Science

Quantitative Methods in Science

Evolution

Experimental Design and Quantitative Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-06-18 00:00:00 , National

More details

1st semester: International: Applications are open all year.

Language

English

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

288 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology Genetics View 23 other Bachelors in Genetics in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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58

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 077696D

An aggregate score of 8 based on the best three A-Level subjects from General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced (A2) Level.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with final aggregate score of 28.

Subject prerequisites

Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)

You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46500 AUD / year

≈ 46500 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9000 AUD / year

≈ 9000 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth supported place (CSP) for domestic students.

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Careers and outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Brisbane

Funding

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