In the Master of Bioengineering (Professional), you'll learn from world-class academics and globally recognised researchers while building advanced knowledge in bioprocess engineering, biomaterials, metabolic engineering, and cell and tissue engineering.
With a curriculum aligned to Engineers Australia competency standards, you'll graduate with the professional skills and technical expertise employers value.
Through a strong professional focus on engineering practice, innovation and leadership, and ongoing industry engagement, you'll develop the capabilities to lead the next generation of bioengineering solutions.
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To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
Relevant disciplines include chemical engineering, chemical engineering and technology, process engineering, bioengineering, bioprocess engineering, and biochemical engineering.
If your bachelor's degree in engineering was not awarded in these disciplines, you must have successfully completed all of the following discipline content in your tertiary studies:
Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.
Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we’ll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
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