BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY

Head of Discipline: Professor Peter Coloe

BTEB in 1985 offered the first undergraduate degree in Biotechnology in Australia and continues to be a leader in biotechnology education. The Discipline offers an integrated range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the biological sciences in areas of significance to Australia's economic growth and international competitiveness.

Gene technology (vaccines / drugs / diagnostics / food)
Agricultural biotechnology (plants / production animals / aquaculture)
Environmental biology (assessment / monitoring / bioremediation)
Microbiology (medical / plant / food / industrial / pharmaceuticals)
The synergy between academia, research and industry results in relevant program content that responds rapidly to changes in the knowledge base and to industry needs. The Discipline has a reputation for producing graduates with workplace relevant knowledge and skills who have an excellent record of progression to degree-related employment or postgraduate studies