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Our research in biochemistry and cell biology and in microbiology and plant biology is rated 'well-above world standard'.
Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018
La Trobe’s AgriBio facility brings together world-class research and the work of the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR).
Take a look at the largest agricultural R&D organisation in the state
Gain hands-on experience with work placements at the Department of Environment and Primary Industries and other leading research facilities.
Check out how you can see research in biochemistry, chemistry and genetics first hand
Looking to study genetics? It's available as a major in our Bachelor of Science and as a second major in our Bachelor of Arts; or a range of courses related to this interest area is listed below.
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 60.00Albury-Wodonga: 60.65Bendigo: 58.80Mildura: 58.45Shepparton: 55.35
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent3 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent1 year full-time
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 66.10
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4 years4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 71.75
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4.5 years4.5 years full-time (4 years in an accelerated program) or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Albury-Wodonga: N/PBendigo: N/PMildura: N/PShepparton: N/P
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 4 yearsFour years full time
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 80.3
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4 years4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 82.60
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4 years4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 90.00
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 5 years5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 93.70
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent5 years
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 70.00Bendigo: 61.60
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 3 years full-time, or part-time equivalent.3 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Multiple start dates at various locationsSemester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent1 year full-time
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 76.90
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4.5 years full-time (4 years in accelerated program) or up to 9 years part-time
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Mildura Shepparton
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 4 years full-time or part-time equilvalent4 years full-time
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Mildura Shepparton
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 2 yearsTwo years full-time or part-time equivalent
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Mildura Shepparton
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent2 years full-time
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Mildura Shepparton
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 2 years1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time
Studying genetics builds transferable skills in analytical thinking, communication and problem solving to prepare you for a range of careers.
Possible roles include:
Potential employers of genetics graduates include:
