Applied Biology

Applied Biology is the understanding of how organisms work from sub cellular to whole organism level. It involves the use of living organisms to produce useful products. It activities ranges from classical processes like brewing and cheese making to modern developments such as genetic engineering which can lead to new drugs against cancer and other diseases.

This Applied Biology Higher Diploma program is a great option if you would like to further your applied biology knowledge. In this advanced program you will learn the application of the applied biological sciences, including collecting or analyzing inventories or other data or carrying out of research or assessments, to design, evaluate, advise on, direct or otherwise provide professional or technical support to projects, works, undertakings or field practices on public or private lands.

The Higher Diploma in applied Biology course encompasses practicals that allow you to learn in the context of realistic workplace situations, as well as gaining relevant scientific knowledge, laboratory analytical skills and develop numerous transferable skills which will enable you to progress into any career.

Graduates of this Applied Biology Diploma program may work as a laboratory manager, research scientist/officer, horticulturalist, academician (lecturer, teacher, tutor), microbiologist, product specialist, sales executive for biotech product, environmental safety officer.