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Master of Science in Biological Sciences


  • Australian National University
  • Course CRICOS Code:096439G
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.31
  • Course Duration:104 Weeks
  • Australian State:Australian Capital TerritoryACT
  • Australian City:Canberra
  • Course Intake:Semester 1,Semester 2

Course Description

Are you interested in the range of organisms that make up our green planet? Do you want to be a part of new discoveries about the natural world around us? The Master of Science in Biological Sciences is a flexible coursework program that can be tailored to suit your specific educational goals. Our program allows you to specialise in a particular area of biology such as biomedical sciences, ecology and evolution, genetics, and plant sciences. Alternatively, you can utilise the program to provide a broad overview of biological sciences today. Our practical classes build on your traditional technical knowledge while developing your skills in new cutting-edge experimental techniques.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Biology
Faculty Faculty of Sciences
Qualification Level Masters Degree (Postgraduate)
2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 46,910
Course Duration 104 Weeks
Campus(es) Canberra

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0, with at least 8 courses in a cognate area. Cognate Disciplines Biology, biomedical sciences, molecular biology, genetics, evolution, ecology and plant sciences
English Requirements IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO