Biochemistry and molecular biology

Why study honours in Biochemistry and molecular biology?

This world class course provides the opportunity to undertake original research and work within competitive research teams, kick-starting a career in science and beyond. Students are trained in essential laboratory and presentation skills, and exposed to leading edge ideas and methodologies. Honours students choose which laboratory they wish to work in and have constant personal mentoring throughout the year from an expert academic.

Career opportunities

Many Honours students are stimulated by their Honours year and continue in research, undertaking PhDs on tax-free research scholarships. Our graduates are highly sought after by many universities and research organisations within Australia and abroad. They are also qualified for a wide range of employment and research opportunities in the sector.

Course information

Local students

How to Apply

Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. View the Department of Chemistry's research specialisations to browse the areas of research undertaken and to contact academic staff to discuss potential supervision.

For further information on how to apply contact the Honours coordinator: 

Dr Marc Kvansakul
Phone +61 3 9479 2263
Fax +61 3 9479 1266
Email M.Kvansakul@latrobe.edu.au 

Structure 

120 credit points 

Fee Type

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Fees and scholarships

Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.

There are also a wide range of scholarships available for local students, including an Honours year grantHonours year grant, available to students facing financial hardship.

International students

How to Apply

Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. View the Department of Biochemistry's research specialisations to browse the areas of research undertaken and to contact academic staff to discuss potential supervision.

For further information on how to apply contact the Honours coordinator: 

Dr Marc Kvansakul
Phone +61 3 9479 2263
Fax +61 3 9479 1266
Email M.Kvansakul@latrobe.edu.au

Structure 

120 credit points 

Fees and scholarships

Contact La Trobe International for estimated fee costs for international students.

Biochemistry and molecular biology events

Nancy Millis Public Lecture

Professor Jenny Graves presents the Nancy Millis Public Lecture

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