What does this course involve?
This course provides you with the essential training to work as a technical officer or laboratory technician in a range of science-based industries.
You’ll develop high-level technical skills and scientific knowledge in biotechnology (molecular biology), microbiology and chemistry.
You’ll learn how to process and interpret data, use laboratory application software, and perform a range of procedures and examinations.
You’ll also gain practical industry skills by undertaking a work placement in your final year.
This course is also available to international students.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment as a laboratory technician or technical officer in a science-based industry.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Bachelor of Biotechnology and Innovation at Box Hill Institute where you’ll gain credits for your diploma studies. You may also wish to progress into further studies at other institutes or universities.
Can I apply?
- You must have successfully completed VCE (mathematics and science - particularly biology)
- Mature age students are also encouraged to apply
How do I apply?
- To apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.
- To apply for a part time place (or off campus place if applicable) in this course, you will need to contact the Institute directly.
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Individual Interview
- Assessment of Application (VTAC)
Length of course
Full time - 2 years
Part time - 4 years
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Project work
- Examination or testing
- Online assessment
- Workplace assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.