A single two-year graduate degree offered by the ANU College of Science.Researchers in the biological sciences at ANU work on issues of global importance, including food security in both Australia and the developing world, new treatments for cancer and type 2 diabetes, and fighting malaria drug resistance. Our Master's program is research-led and features teaching contributions from more than 60 academics, leading scientists in these fields, who bring their experience and current breakthroughs to the classroom.

We offer our Master's students state-of-the-art laboratories, research infrastructure, and flexible learning facilities. We pride ourselves on the support we give students, so we’ll help you design your degree to complement your prior study and to suit your interests. The Master of Biotechnology is a coursework program that provides a pathway for science graduates with background knowledge in biochemistry, molecular biology and chemistry to acquire new knowledge, or extend and update their theoretical and practical understanding of modern biotechnology.... [-]

In addition to being the lungs of the Earth, forests must be effectively managed to balance the need for wood production, biodiversity conservation, water quality protection, carbon storage and many other issues.The Master of Forest Science and Management gives you the opportunity to gain expertise for an industry that is key to the economic success of many countries, but which has numerous challenges associated with climate change, the commoditisation of forest products and land management. You will study subjects aimed at problem solving and innovation for resource management, with a focus on the environmental science impacts of forestry. You will also have the opportunity to focus your research on a topic that you are passionate about, with the expert guidance of researchers who are world leaders in the field.Graduates will have career opportunities in a range of fields related to plantation and natural forest management in Australia and around the world. Career Opportunities ... [-]

Biotechnology is becoming increasingly central to a variety of industries, including medicine, diagnostics, agriculture, environmental protection, food technology and renewable resources technology. Bioinformatics is an exciting area of science, focusing on the interface of molecular biology and information technology. It uses the power of computing to tackle biological and medical problems.

This is a unique laboratory-based course that aims to equip you with the skills you'll need to succeed in the rapidly developing field of biotechnology. The curriculum covers key elements of biotechnology and the manipulation of molecular biological data.

The course has a strong research focus and offers you the opportunity to work in a specifically designed laboratory, take part in industry visits and participate in multiple weekly practicals.... [-]

CSU's Sustainable Agriculture program is flexible and designed to meet the needs of agriculture by equipping students with the necessary skills to balance the natural resource, human and economic factors that affect agricultural sustainability.

Why study this course?

CSU's Master of Sustainable Agriculture brings together studies in the three key domains of sustainability: agricultural and natural systems, agribusiness, and the humanities. Through the development of creative and critical perspectives on sustainability, the course focuses on innovative ways of enhancing agriculture for the medium to long-term. Graduates are equipped to provide leadership in policy, research and strategic management that is relevant to a wide range of industry contexts.... [-]

CSU's Master of Animal Science aims to promote advanced critical reflection on professional practice in the animal industries, preparing graduates for leadership positions.

Why study this course?

The Master of Animal Science aims to:

provide an opportunity to continue lifelong learning in keeping with the University's mission statement; meet the educational needs of professionals working in the ever-evolving animal industries; promote the acquisition of advanced analytical, problem-solving skills and conceptual insights that will enable students to assume positions of leadership within the animal industries; encourage excellence in scholarship and/or focused research within the candidate's discipline area. ... [-]