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We offer the flexibility to study genetics though a variety of courses, including biomedical science, biotechnology and cell biology, conservation biology and ecology, environmental management and ecology, and science.
Our genetics courses include high levels of practical training. We also pride ourselves on our student-centred approach to science teaching and learning.
You will have access to world-class facilities, including the A$100 million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) and AgriBio, the Centre for AgriBioscience.
Our students find work in areas such as forensics and identification, ecology and the environment, genetic counselling, pharmaceuticals, species protection, biological pest control and bioethics.
We also offer single subject study. Visit our short courses page to find out more.
ATAR and location: Melbourne: 55.25 Albury-Wodonga: 57.35
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) 2018
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) 2018
Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
3 years
ATAR and location: Melbourne: 92.55
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) 2018
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) 2018
Duration: 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
5 years
ATAR and location: Melbourne: 62 Albury-Wodonga: 53.95 Bendigo: 50.4
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) 2018
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) 2018
Duration: 3 years full-time, or part-time equivalent.
3 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Anytime 2018
Anytime 2018
Duration: 4 years full-time or up to 10 years part-time
4 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Anytime 2018
Anytime 2018
Duration: 1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time
2 years
Eddie La Marca,
Doctor of Philosophy (Genetics)"I think that La Trobe is a learning hub of the highest order and I'm very thankful to be a student here."
Work Integrated Learning programs allows students to undertake placements in a wide variety of settings. Learn more.
As a La Trobe student, you can broaden your horizons by studying overseas with one of our global exchange partners. We have partnerships with more than 100 universities in over 30 countries throughout Asia, Europe and North and South America.
You'll get to meet a large number of staff during your studies, from tutors through to lecturers and supervisors. View all staff in the College of Science, Health and Engineering.
