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Explore how nanotechnology underpins new innovations in modern medicine, technology and renewable energy.
Take on an independent research project in the field of chemical and nano biotechnology under the guidance of leading researchers.
You'll design, implement and present your research project, with emphasis on defining the research issue, establishing methodology, undertaking appropriate collection and analysis of data, and drawing defensible conclusions.
Access world-class laboratory, research and computer facilities to gain hands-on experience in gene editing, recombinant DNA technology, bioinformatics and genomics.
Growing demand for nanotechnology expertise is creating exciting new jobs in a number of industries. You'll be equipped for a wide range of opportunities in the biotechnology, materials science, engineering, technology, renewable energy or pharmaceutical industries.
Alternatively, further your research ambitions and make significant contributions to knowledge by continuing into a higher degree by research program.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Research scientist
- Biomedical technology scientist
- Biochemist
- Production biotechnologist
- Bioanalytical scientist
Graduate salary
Science and mathematics (undergraduate)
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Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Honours Research Project
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