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Our Degrees are changing.

In 2014, Part I (first year) units will be introduced with Part II (second year and higher) units becoming available in subsequent years. Detailed information about Part II will be available here from mid-2014.

Find out more about our new degrees, or to get in touch and ask us what this means for you head to AskMurdoch. Continuing students can still access information for degrees commencing 2013 and prior in the Course Handbook.

Work with DNA - the code of life on a Molecular Biology degree

If you find the intricate world of DNA and molecular biology as fascinating as we do, begin your journey with us at Murdoch.

You will explore the structure and function of genetic material, the organisation and expression of genes, and discover the techniques used to transfer genes from one organism to another on this practically-focused course.

You will also study the use of DNA technologies to understand biodiversity, as well as considering the ethical issues around genetic modification.

Apply your knowledge within a diverse range of industry sectors

You can choose to specialise in either biological sciences or conservation and wildlife biology through our double majors, which has the potential to boost your career options across a range of industries including:

  • agriculture - where you could be improving crop varieties,
  • in medical science - developing gene markers for disease,
  • in law enforcement - working with forensic science and DNA profiling,
  • or in conservation biology - understanding gene flows in population.

Learn from our dedicated teaching staff and strong research focus

You will be provided with the most up-to-date knowledge and training in molecular genetics, along with an introduction to the techniques involved in gene technologies through our hands-on based approach through laboratory-based classes and fieldwork.

Our South Street campus also hosts the Western Australian State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre (SABC), one of the largest and most research-active Centres for agricultural biotechnology in Australia.

Articulation Programs

This course has special articulation arrangements with some overseas institutions and includes specific credit and exemptions. Find out more