The Master of Applied Science (Molecular Biotechnology) is an articulated program intended for industry employees and those experienced in related fields to obtain relevant knowledge in molecular biotechnology.

Molecular biotechnology describes the molecular basis of technological approaches, applications and processes in biology and medicine. The discipline encompasses fundamental science as well as a number of specialist areas such as genomics and proteomics, drug discovery and development, information biosciences, resource management and regulations. Molecular biotechnology is having a remarkable, major impact in the health, food, veterinary and agriculture sciences in Australia and abroad and is one of science's major growth areas.

The Master of Applied Science (MBT) (MApplSc(MBT)), Graduate Diploma in Applied Science (MBT) (GradDipApplSc(MBT)) and Graduate Certificate in Applied Science (MBT) (GradCertApplSc(MBT)) are intended for industry employees and those experienced in related fields to obtain relevant knowledge in molecular biotechnology.

The program emphasises applications in the medical biotechnology field and also provides opportunities for those specialising in the fields of food, agriculture and environmental biotechnology.

The University of Sydney received major government and industry funding to establish its degrees in molecular biotechnology and with these funds has created an internationally recognised modern training program. The Molecular Biotechnology Program at the University of Sydney is the first teaching program of its type and has strong local and international links with universities and industry. It has received significant recognition for its innovative approach to teaching, including the industry-relevant education that students receive.

Courses are taught by specialised staff members with input from industry affiliates in order to cover new and leading edge high technologies and ensure that the most up to date information on molecular biotechnology is presented. Students aim to achieve a knowledge base emphasising scientific applications and an appreciation of the social and ethical implications of molecular biotechnology.

Candidates will gain a strong knowledge of the latest aspects of molecular biotechnology on a local and global scale as well as a greater understanding of the impact of business, regulations and intellectual property on science. Master of Applied Science (MBT) students will build on this import and foundations with further studies in the business skills and advanced techniques essential to this rapidly expanding field.

Master of Applied Science (MBT) students interact with industry representatives onsite to gain a deeper understanding of the industry. Selected students (based on academic merit and determined by a quota) participate in placements in industry on specific topics.

For more information visit the Molecular Biotechnology Program website and the Faculty of Science course information page.

On campus attendance pattern

Full time, Part time

Course level

Master by Coursework (Undifferentiated)

Handbook website link

http://www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/science/00_introduction.shtml