Medical biotechnology uses cutting-edge tools and techniques to prevent, diagnose and treat current and emerging diseases.
Take on an independent research project in the field of medical biotechnology under the guidance of leading researchers.
Design, implement and present your research project, with emphasis on defining the research issue, establishing a methodology, undertaking appropriate collection and analysis of data, and drawing defensible conclusions.
You will be equipped to work at the forefront of biomedical science and the biotechnology industry.
Alternatively, continue into a Doctor of Medicine (MD) program or further your research ambitions 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:
- Biochemist
- Biomedical scientist
- Research scientist
- Trials program manager
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How you'll learn
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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