Diploma of Biosciences l CRICOS Code 070424G
DIPLOMA OF BIOSCIENCES QIBT CRICOS code 070424G Duration: Campus: Intakes:
2 semesters (8 months) or 3 semesters (12 months) Mt Gravatt February and June Biosciences are about the processes and systems that create, sustain and threaten life. It is one of the fastest developing branches of science today, with world issues such as BSE, GM food and human gene research constantly in the headlines. QIBT, through its association with Griffith University, teach a well-designed and flexible program which is primarily a pathway to Griffith, well-matched to the syllabus and clearly informed by industry and research. Students enrolled in this program will attend classes delivered by QIBT on both Griffith University’s Mt Gravatt and Nathan campuses.
2015 Program Fees International Students Australian Citizens/ Permanent Residents
A$25,910 A$20,720
Program Structure First Semester
Second Semester
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Academic and Professional Skills Development for Science and Technology Cell Biology and Biological Systems Chemistry 1A Human Biology: Human Organism Chemistry 1B Functional Molecular Genetics Statistics Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Entry Requirements English:
IELTS of 5.5 (with no band below 5.0) or equivalent.
Academic:
Australian year 12 (or equivalent)
International Students:
Subject Pre-Requisites – Maths B; Recommended Study – At least one of Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. For country-specific Entry Requirements, visit www.qibt.qld.edu.au/apply-today/admissionsrequirements#int
Australian/ New Zealand Students:
Assumed Subject Knowledge – English, Maths B; Recommended Study – At least one of Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. QIBT offers a range of Bridging Subjects designed to satisfy the Assumed Subject Knowledge and Recommended Study requirements. For more information, please visit www.qibt.qld.edu.au/bridgingsubjects.
Semester Dates Year 2015
Intake
Orientation
Start date
Mid Semester break
End date
February
23 – 27 February
2 March
6 – 10 April
13 June
June
22 – 26 June
29 June
10 – 14 August
10 October
Diploma of Biosciences l CRICOS Code 070424G
Note:
Some exams may be held in the evenings and on Saturdays. A limited number of classes will be offered after hours. Some student may need to consider classes between 5.30pm and 9.30pm as part of their timetable, if daytime classes are unavailable. Students interested in taking classes after 5.00pm should consult a QIBT Academic Advisor.
Pathways into Griffith University Second year entry
Campus
Credit Points
» Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Nathan
80 credit points
» Bachelor of Science Majors: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Science, Microbiology
Nathan
80 credit points
Nathan
80 credit points
Credit eligibility for other programs
Campus
Credit Points
» Bachelor of Science Majors: Applied Chemistry, Marine Biology
Gold Coast
50 credit points
» Bachelor of Biomolecular Science with Honours
Progression: » International students: Eligibility for entry into: » Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Griffith University will be required to achieve a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 4.5. » Bachelor of Science at Griffith University will be required to achieve a minimum overall GPA of 4.0. » Bachelor of Biomelecular Science with Honours at Griffith University will be required to achieve a minimum overall GPA of 4.0. » Australian citizens and permanent residents: Upon successful completion of a QIBT Diploma and achievement of a GPA ≥ 3.75, students will be guaranteed entry to the related Griffith program providing their rank is greater than or equal to the current QTAC cut-off for that program. Please note: 80 credit points is equivalent to one year of full-time study.
Potential career paths for degree graduates » » » »
Bioengineering Biology Cancer Research Forensic Science
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Laboratory or Pathology Work Neuroscience Veterinary Science Health Care
The information contained in this document is correct at 02/02/15; however, Griffith University and Queensland Institute of Business and Technology (QIBT) reserve the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without notice.
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