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
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Second Semester
Academic and Professional Skills Development for Science and Technology Biological Systems Chemistry 1A Human Biology: Human Organism; OR Mathematics 1A Chemistry 1B Functional Molecular Genetics Statistics Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Your pathway to Griffith University
QIBT Sem 1
Study in 2015 QIBT Sem 2
QIBT Sem3
Study in 2016 GU Sem 1 GU Sem 2
QIBT Diploma Finish High School
(2-3 Semesters/ 8-12 Months)
Study in 2017 GU Sem 1 GU Sem 3
Griffith University Bachelor Degree (Year 2)
Griffith University Bachelor Degree (Year 3)
Students must successfully complete all 8 subjects in the Diploma and meet relevant entry criteria to articulate to the Griffith University Bachelor degree. Diagram is based on a 3 year Bachelor degree, studied full-time. A 4 year program will require an additional 2 semesters/ 1 year of full-time study. Students commencing study in QIBT semesters 1 or 2, will be eligible for entry to 2nd year Griffith for GU semester 1 2016 (based on full-time study).
Entry Requirements English:
IELTS of 5.5 (with no band below 5.0) or equivalent.
Academic:
Australian year 12 (or equivalent)
Diploma of Biosciences l CRICOS Code 070424G
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/admissions-requirements#intl
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.
Upcoming Semester Dates Year 2015 2016
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
February
22 – 26 February
29 February
28 March – 1 April
11 June
June
20 - 24 June
27 June
15 – 19 August
8 October
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 second year Griffith University
Campus
Credit Points
Min. GPA Requirements Intl. Students
Dom. Students
1031 Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Nathan
80 CP
4.5
GPA ≥ 3.75
Bachelor of Science 1210 Majors: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Science, Microbiology
Nathan
80 CP
4.0
GPA ≥ 3.75
Bachelor of Science 1210 *Majors: Aquatic Ecosystems, Environmental Science, Environmental Sustainability, Wildlife Biology
Nathan
Up to 70 CP* 4.0
GPA ≥ 3.75
Nathan
Up to 60 CP* 4.0
GPA ≥ 3.75
Bachelor of Science 1018 Majors: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry
Gold Coast
80 CP
4.0
GPA ≥ 3.75
Bachelor of Science 1018 *Majors: Bioinformatics, Environmental Science, Environmental Sustainability, Marine Biology, Wildlife Biology
Gold Coast
Up to 70 CP* 4.0
GPA ≥ 3.75
Gold Coast
Up to 60 CP* 4.0
GPA ≥ 3.75
1210
1018
Bachelor of Science *Majors: Computational Science, Physics
Bachelor of Science *Majors: Computational Science, Physics
Progression: » 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. * The amount of credit available depends on the choice of Major within the degree. Contact the College for further details. Please note: 80 credit points is equivalent to one year of full-time study.
Diploma of Biosciences l CRICOS Code 070424G
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 28/05/15; 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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