Program Objectives

The BABS Graduate Diploma program is aimed at graduates from either local or overseas universities wishing to obtain specialist training in a particular area of science. This program is usually recommended as a qualification pathway for entry into the Master of Science by Research or PhD program if the applicant does not possess an Honours degree.

A Graduate Diploma is worth 48 Units of Credit and runs for two semesters. It consists of a research project (36 UC) and two courses (6 UC each). Mid-year entry is permitted for the BABS Graduate Diploma.

Entrance Requirements

Completion of a Bachelor degree.  Entrance for students whose first language is not English is dependent on them meeting the specified UNSW English language requirements.

Graduate Diploma Degrees in BABS

• Graduate Diploma - Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics (5345)
• Graduate Diploma - Microbiology & Immunology (5355)

How to Apply

Applicants should click HERE for the application procedure.

Alternative to Graduate Diploma

For students who have obtained an above-credit average for their Science Degree, an alternative to the BABS Graduate Diploma is the MPhil (BABS).