Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology

Study Molecular Biotechnology

Biotechnology, the science of changing the cellular and molecular processes of living organisms, is a fascinating and rapidly growing field. The UTS Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology is the perfect place to launch your fascinating, future proof and in-demand career at the cutting edge of science.

With hands-on learning and majors in medicine or environment, this degree will give you an extensive professional science toolkit. Learn from leading Biotechnology experts and enjoy access to world-class facilities and institutes, including the Hive Superlab, the UTS Science Superlab and the acclaimed UTS Climate Change Cluster (C3). As a graduate, you’ll be ready to make your mark and work to solve the most urgent threats facing our people and planet.

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Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology

CODE

UTS: C10172 (version 9)

CRICOS: 026806C

UAC: 607045 (Autumn Session, Spring Session)

LOWEST SELECTION RANK

85.10

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DURATION

3 years full time
6 years part time

INTAKE

Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026

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COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students
$28,674.79

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

This degree offers you the option to major in either Environmental Biotechnology, where you'll study topics like pollution mitigation, environmental remediation and renewable energies, or Medical Biotechnology, where you'll study molecular biology, microbiology, human genetics and more.

You will also build your specialised knowledge of medical or environmental biotechnology through your core major studies, with the option to undertake an internship for academic credit. Elective units will see you broaden your educational experience beyond your domain, allowing you to choose subjects from other disciplines such as arts, business and law.

Subjects at a glance

See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook

Typical course program

The program outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology based on a full-time study load, which consists of four subjects per semester. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.

Course structure

12

core major subjects
8

core science subjects
4

elective subjects

First year

In your first year of study, you will complete core science subjects relevant to your chosen major. This will give you the essential foundational knowledge you need throughout your science degree.
Second year

Your second year will see you begin to specialise your learning. You will begin studying the core subjects related to the Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology, such as an Introduction to Biotechnology, and you will begin to focus on subjects in either the medical or environmental major.
Third year

You’ll finalise your studies by completing any remaining core subjects in biotechnology, such as bioreactors and bioprocessing, and depending on your major, either medical or environmental biotechnology. You will also enjoy the chance to try out other disciplines in your electives and build collaborative skills in your transdisciplinary elective.
Honours

Eligible students can apply for the Bachelor of Science (Honours). You will be required to complete an additional year of study to attain your Honours.

First year

In your first year of study, you will complete core science subjects relevant to your chosen major. This will give you the essential foundational knowledge you need throughout your science degree.

Second year

Your second year will see you begin to specialise your learning. You will begin studying the core subjects related to the Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology, such as an Introduction to Biotechnology, and you will begin to focus on subjects in either the medical or environmental major.

Third year

You’ll finalise your studies by completing any remaining core subjects in biotechnology, such as bioreactors and bioprocessing, and depending on your major, either medical or environmental biotechnology. You will also enjoy the chance to try out other disciplines in your electives and build collaborative skills in your transdisciplinary elective.

Honours

Eligible students can apply for the Bachelor of Science (Honours). You will be required to complete an additional year of study to attain your Honours.

See typical course program in the UTS Handbook

Course highlights

In this degree, we teach the essential, in-demand skills required in today's biotech professionals. This degree is designed for you to establish an up-to-date understanding of cell biology, microbiology, biobusiness and biotechnology and how these apply to your major area of study. You’ll have the opportunity to attain a complete understanding of the practical and commercial applications of this future-focused profession.

Admissions information

This course is designed for students eager to enter the growing biotechnology sector, aiming to address human and environmental challenges through science. Choose this programme to become part of a dynamic field with a projected market value of US$53.7 billion by 2031, ensuring high demand for skilled professionals.
UTS stands out for its practical approach to learning, blending technology with science to foster innovations in health and environmental care. You'll join a faculty renowned for impactful STEM education and research, preparing you to transform the scientific landscape.
The course offers a distinctive hands-on experience. You'll engage with core subjects that provide a foundation in scientific principles and workplace competencies. Specialise in Medical Biotechnology to focus on human health applications, or choose Environmental Biotechnology to tackle ecological issues. The flexibility of free electives allows you to personalise your studies, including options for international exchanges and internships.
You'll gain a comprehensive skill set, from mastering molecular techniques to understanding biobusiness and commercialisation. The curriculum is informed by leading research institutes and offers industry connections, guest lectures, and potential internships in top medical science organisations.
Learning occurs in state-of-the-art facilities like the Hive Superlab and UTS Science Superlab, which promote collaborative and technology-integrated education. You'll also visit the UTS Biologics Innovation Facility, experiencing biotechnology in a real-world context.
Course features
- Complete a series of common core subjects that underpin all undergraduate UTS Science degrees. Data, Design and Decisions and Scientific Perspectives for Global Issues are designed to equip students with a toolkit of technical and workplace skills, preparing them to thrive both at and after uni.
- Choice of major:
  - Medical Biotechnology: Study the key scientific disciplines that underpin the medical biotech field – molecular biology, microbiology, pharmacology, human genetics, and immunology – with a major that’s all about the application of biotechnology to human health. Students explore specialist subjects in areas like medical devices and bioprocessing and get hands-on with the cutting-edge molecular tools and techniques that define the modern biotech industry. By the time students graduate, they have the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to shape the future of medical diagnosis and treatment.
  - Environmental Biotechnology: This major prepares students to harness biological technologies and methods to address pressing environmental issues, including pollution mitigation, environmental remediation, renewable energy generation, biosecurity, and biomass production. Through a combination of hard science and specialist environmental subjects, graduates emerge ready to contribute to products and processes that preserve and care for our planet.
- Free electives: Students can customise the degree to suit their personal or career aspirations. Enrol in an international exchange, pursue a professional internship, or tailor the degree with a choice of subjects from any UTS faculty.
- Cross-disciplinary expertise: UTS Science curriculum goes beyond scientific and technical skills development. With subjects in biobusiness and intellectual property commercialisation, students also explore the commercial and ethical impacts of biotechnology in the world beyond the lab.
Your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a score between 0.00 and 99.95. It shows you how you rank compared to all the students in your year group in New South Wales. A selection rank combines your ATAR with any other adjustment points that make up your overall university entrance score. Your selection rank may differ from university to university, depending on the adjustment points granted to you at each institution.
Employers tell us the skills our graduates acquire from undertaking a Transdisciplinary Elective sets them apart from the crowd. That’s why we have embedded this program into every undergraduate degree.

All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most.

Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives.

By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline.

If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe.

In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates.

* Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation.
2025 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students

All offers for domestic undergraduate students are for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.

2025 Tuition Fees

Indicative first-year tuition fee: $9,314.00

Indicative total tuition fee: $28,674.79

Additional Costs

Your tuition fees do not include:
- The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
- Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
- Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).
Important Information
- Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
- The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
- Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
- You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table.

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If you've excelled in Year 11, our Early Entry program rewards the hard work you've put into your studies. Successful applicants receive a provisional offer before their HSC/IB exams.

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Careers

Your future career

The Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology will give you the perfect foundation from which to launch a thrilling, successful career in Australia or abroad.

As a Medical Biotechnology major, you'll have the skills to design, develop and deploy incredible new solutions to the medical challenges of today, working with vaccines, diagnostics, medications or policies in a range of settings.

As an Environmental Biotechnology major, you'll be ready to address the critical challenges facing our planet, working to reduce pollution, generate renewable energy solutions and protect our delicate natural world.

Career options

“The UTS Biotechnology degree taught me a lot about biological systems and how their natural processes can be harnessed by scientists to contribute to a range of industries like medicine and agriculture.”

Riley Easton

Bachelor of Biotechnology

Where you’ll study

Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.

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Female and male students in white lab coats working on science demonstration in UTS Super Lab. — Conduct breakthrough research in the Super Lab.

UTS Central, Building 2, CB02, Tower, Building 1, CB01, Building 10 at day. — Our campus is a base for your academic, professional and social life.

UTS library Reading room. — Find your perfect study spot and enjoy the quiet away from the campus bustle.

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