Queensland leads Australia in developing and implementing initiatives that positively influence the growth of the biotechnology industry.
Biotechnology is a part of the Queensland Government’s Towards Q2, Tomorrow’s Queensland strategy.
Why study biotechnology in Queensland?
- Strong science and research base
- World-class infrastructure
- Natural mega-biodiversity
- Progressive biotechnology environment
- Strengths in health, medical, agricultural, environmental and industrial biotechnology
What can I study?
Queensland universities offer dedicated biotechnology degrees as well as biotechnology as a science degree major. Some vocational training providers offer biotechnology courses as a pathway to university study.
Employment opportunities
There are a variety of employment opportunities for biotechnology graduates including:
- academic
- genetic engineer
- forensic, agricultural or defence scientist
- investment analyst
- medical, pharmaceutical or biochemical researcher
- patent consultant
- product development manager.
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