At the completion of the course you will have:

• acquired advanced current knowledge in Biological Science topics covered in the course;
• acquired advanced research skills that can lead to workplace research and/or a HDR course;
• engaged in research and development projects in Biological Science;
• developed the ability to apply advanced current knowledge, skills and principles learned in the course to your respective workplace contexts;
• developed an understanding how the field of Biological Science can be applied to solve global problems from a scientific perspective.

* The Master of Applied Science may be completed in 3 or 4 semesters depending on level of qualifications on entry, and discipline preparedness of the specific candidate.

3 Semester Prerequisites

A Bachelor degree in a science field with a major in Biological Science completed to a standard of achievement that is deemed acceptable by the College.

4 Semester Prerequisites

A Bachelor degree in a science related area, and some background (e.g. minor sequence) in Biological Science completed to a standard of achievement that is deemed acceptable by the College.

* All applicants must:

(1) demonstrate their qualification was conferred no longer that 10 years previously; and

(2) provide a written statement of purpose outlining the reasons for their chosen specialisation. Please note that the statement must be no more than 500 words in length and be written in your own words.