International Postgraduate
UQ Guide 2014
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Contact details:
International Student Advisor 1800 671 980 (free call within Australia) or +61 3 8676 7004
Molecular
Biology
Study the structure and function of genes and the proteins they encode, including genome sequencing, recombinant DNA
technology and macromolecular structure determination. You will receive advanced theoretical and practical training in molecular
biology and research methodology.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5388
057054D
Two semesters 1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080 per
semester
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
5197
034037F
Three
semesters
Admission requirements
For #24 program 5197: Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with
either 1) a signifcant research component (equivalent to six months) 2) two
years work experience or 3) evidence of research publications.
For #16 program 5388: If you have a four-year bachelor degree in a
relevant discipline you may apply.
Further study options
Master (Advanced) of
Molecular Biology
Closing Date:
See page 84
Coursework Masters
(Advanced)
5475
066288M
Three semesters 1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080 per
semester
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
5476
Four semesters
Admission requirements
For #32 program 5476: Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with either 1) a signifcant research
component (equivalent to six months), 2) two years work experience ,or 3) evidence of research
publications.
For #24 program 5475: If you have a four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline you may apply.
Closing Date:
See page 84
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5042 Graduate Certifcate
5127 Graduate Diploma
Occupational
Health and
Safety Science
Gain the theoretical knowledge, practical application and professional attributes necessary for a career in occupational health
and safety. You will study well-established industry hazards (chemical, physical, mechanical, biological and psychosocial) within
the context of the core OH&S disciplines: Occupational Hygiene, Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Safety Science, and Risk
Management. You will also conduct industry-based research.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5558
077534M
Three
semesters
1 (3 March 2014) St Lucia
Internal $16,080 per
semester
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline.
Closing Date:
See page 84
Plant
Protection
Develop core disciplinary knowledge and skills in tropical and subtropical plant protection. You will study plant pathology,
entomology, weed science and the integration of these disciplines, with specialties in tropical pest management, agricultural
entomology, plant pathology, or weed sciences.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5426
059505K
Two semesters 1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
Gatton,
St Lucia
Internal/
External
**
$16,280 per
semester
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
5200
034062E
Three semesters
Admission requirements
For #24 program 5200: Bachelor degree in agricultural science, plant science or biological science, or in a
relevant discipline; or a Graduate Certifcate or Graduate Diploma in Plant Protection or equivalent.
For #16 program 5426: If you have a four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline you may apply.
Closing Date:
See page 84
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5046 Graduate Certifcate
5100 Graduate Diploma
Regional
Development
Study the processes of regional change using concepts and techniques from component disciplines such as economics;
geography; government; sociology; engineering; agriculture; regional and town planning; and environmental science. You will
create tools, methods and theories of regional analysis and gain a theoretical and applied knowledge of regional, political and
planning issues.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5205
002048A
Three
semesters
1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $16,080 per
semester
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in
each sub-band: see
page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in environmental management, town planning, social science, business, economics,
or in a relevant discipline; or a Graduate Certifcate or Graduate Diploma in Regional Development or
equivalent.
Closing Date:
See page 84
Special note: Most courses are offered late afternoon/early evening.
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5051 Graduate Certifcate
5105 Graduate Diploma