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RMIT University

This course gives opportunity for students to join the rapidly expanding area of biotechnology. In this clinical microbiology program students will study molecular biology and immunology, molecular pathogenesis of human and animal infections, and diagnosis of major microbial infections including molecular techniques for rapid diagnosis. Special emphasis is placed on the application of new technologies to solve problems like development of new diagnostic tests and vaccines. Students will develop skills in critical evaluation of scientific literature and oral and written communication in biotechnology.
Applicants with degrees in Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry, Agricultural Science or Chemical Engineering are also considered for specific programs.
The major studies in this course includes detailed study related to molecular biology , immunology, molecular pathogenesis of human and animal infections, and diagnosis of major microbial infections including molecular techniques for rapid diagnosis.
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent in Microbiology; Biochemistry; Biotechnology to at least second year level. Microbiology major is preferred with Chemistry to at least first year level.
As a graduate, Student can apply for membership of one or more of the following professional societies, depending on course studied by student:The Australian Society for Microbiology, Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, American Society for Microbiology, British Mycological Society, Australian Institute of Biology, International Society for Human and Animal Mycology, Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, Asian Fisheries Society, World Aquaculture Society, Zoological Society of London, Australasian Society for Ecotoxicology, Australian Society for Limnology.This specialisation is validated and advised by an industry panel, comprising practising professionals who meet regularly to review discipline contents.
Graduates are employed in private industry (e.g., producing vaccines), in medical research institutes, universities and hospitals as research staff, or in diagnostic microbiology.