Overview

In this Engineering (Honours) - Biotechnology offered at the University of Queensland you will gain advanced skills in established and emerging engineering disciplines and combine life sciences theory, specialised practical training and entrepreneurial thinking.

UQ's respected Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program is one of the most comprehensive in Australia for design, technology and innovation. Within this program you can specialise in chemical engineering.

In the Bachelor of Biotechnology, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to translate innovative scientific ideas into commercially viable solutions.

Program highlights

Learn from the best in courses integrating technology with active learning, so you get the knowledge and practical skills to thrive in a constantly changing world.

Acquire engineering qualifications that set you apart in the job market, prove your leadership material and provide a pathway to future research or learning.

Gain advanced knowledge of how biotechnology uses cellular and biomolecular processes to develop new technologies and products that can change people's lives.

Receive hands-on experience in laboratories and industry settings through practical placements and internships so you're career ready come graduation.

Career possibilities

The programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Bioprocess scientist

Product support specialist

Field application scientist

Biopharmaceutical scientist

Bioprocess development engineer

Chemical engineer

Process engineer

Service engineer

Technical manager

Biotechnologist

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Professional Engineering

Programming for Engineers

Calculus & Linear Algebra

Advanced Calculus & Linear Algebra

Multivariate Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations

Chemical Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Biotechnology General Engineering & Technology View 202 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology 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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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 103157M

Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C); and one of Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C).

Both Chemistry and Physics are recommended subjects. Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) is also a recommended subject. Students studying Specialist Mathematics and both Physics and Chemistry will have increased flexibility in their studies.

Students without Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) may be required to undertake preparatory courses beyond the 80 units for the program and may not be able to complete the program in the minimum time frame without overloading or undertaking summer study.

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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

58056 AUD / year

≈ 58056 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8126 AUD / year

≈ 8126 AUD / year

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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Scholarships Information

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Program highlights

Career possibilities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Brisbane

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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