This double degree program delivers core and elective mechanical engineering and biotechnology courses and prepares you to meet technical and professional challenges in industry. You'll develop design, creativity and intellectual discipline skills and be ready to practise as a high-level engineer in the new field of biotechnology. You’ll also be ready to work in the new field of biotechnology, equipped with skills in genetic engineering, industrial microbiology, molecular agriculture, bioinformatics, and regulatory, ethical and legal issues in biotechnology. Why double up? This double degree program has been specifically designed to meet the needs of engineers working at the interface of mechanical engineering and biotechnology. As a graduate of this program you’ll be well equipped to deal with technical and professional challenges in this growing area.

You'll graduate well equipped to deal with the technical and professional challenges in the growing interface area of mechanical engineering and biotechnology. Careers are available in design, manufacturing and testing in government and commercial organisations. Significant opportunities are anticipated in processing industries like fermentation, food, cell products and vaccines both in Australia and overseas.