Unlock opportunities at the intersection of science and innovation by exploring how life science discoveries can be translated into impactful products, services and ventures.
This field will prepare you to engage with emerging opportunities in biotechnology, health innovation, agri-tech and life sciences commercialisation.
Courses cover topics such as biologics, agricultural biotechnology and quality systems, while building the innovation and venture development skills needed to lead or launch new life science ventures.
You will benefit from UQ’s strengths in science and entrepreneurship, and gain exposure to critical regulatory and technical frameworks shaping biotech markets.
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Commercialisation officer
- Innovation commercialisation coordinator
- Production biotechnologist
- Quality control officer
- Business development manager
- Bioprocessing project manager
- Brand manager
- Lead developer
Average annual salary range
Quality Control Inspector
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Average annual salary range
Business Development Manager
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Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
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