Microbiologist (VIC)

Education and Training:

To become a microbiologist you usually have to complete a science, health science or applied science degree at university with a major in microbiology. To get into these courses you usually need to gain your VCE. Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English, mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics are normally required. Most universities in Australia offer degrees in these areas. Universities have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements. Contact the universities you are interested in for more information as requirements may change.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

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Employment Opportunities:

Microbiologists are employed in federal, state, territory and local government organisations, including research organisations and hospitals. They are also employed in the private sector in a wide range of industries, such as agriculture, food production, private pathology and pharmaceuticals.

For Further Information:

CSIRO

www.csiro.au

Department of Microbiology

(03) 9479 1114

microbiology@latrobe.edu.au

www.latrobe.edu.au/microbiology

The Australian Society for Microbiology

(03) 9867 8699

admin@theasm.com.au

www.theasm.org.au

Information for other states and territories: