Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Biology overview
Graduate certificates and diplomas of biology give you the foundation knowledge needed to pursue many different facets of biology.
Common areas of focus in this first tier postgraduate biology degree include biostatistics, biotechnology, conservation biology, biosecurity, reproductive sciences, bioinformatics, and many more.
Generally, courses take one year to complete when studying full-time, but some niche courses designed as introductory prerequisites for master’s of biology programs can be completed in only six months.
Employment options
Graduate certificates and diplomas of biology are designed to go into some of the detail required to improve your professional skills in your chosen field of biology, as well as prepare you for master’s courses. Many professions in the field require the technical skills taught in these postgraduate degrees, including biostatistics, biotechnology, molecular biology and many more.
Scholarships and funding
You can browse available scholarships and bursaries for your graduate certificate or diploma of biology with our simple scholarship search tool.
It is also possible to supplement your income with Youth Allowance or Austudy. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply here.
Prerequisites and selection process
Graduate diplomas and certificates of biology can be for many different disciplines, and the requirements will vary per institution and course. An undergraduate degree in science or a related field will help your chances of getting accepted.