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Overview

Programme Overview

Taught by the School of Biological Sciences, the Business School and the Faculty of Law, the MBioEnt teaches scientists to understand and protect the value of their research.

You’ll learn how to translate breakthrough discoveries into high-value products and strategies for commercialisation. You'll explore key aspects of intellectual property law, valuation tools, and the writing of a business plan.

You’ll also complete a six-month industry internship, which offers a unique opportunity to put your skills into practice.

Programme Careers

Potential Careers

Graduates of the MBioEnt can look forward to opportunities in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, reagent or device companies; the food and beverage industry; technology transfer offices in universities; Crown Research Institutes; business development, finance and investment firms; and Government agencies.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Business development
  • Business analyst
  • Consultant
  • Market analyst
  • Marketing professional
  • Product development
  • Regulatory development

Student career planning services

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Key Information for Students

Key Information for Students

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Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates

Programme Entry Requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.    

Research (120-point)  - 6.0 Grade Point Average                                                              

Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise     

Further Programme Entry Requirements

You must have completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise (PGDipBioEnt) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 6.0 or higher.

This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991

Postgraduate Requirements

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

Find a Supervisor

Depending on the type of programme you are pursuing, you may have the opportunity to complete a unique research project. To find out more about the research carried out at the University of Auckland and to identify potential supervisors, check out our researcher profiles.

Other Pathways to Study

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes. 

Fees and scholarships

Fees

Fees Disclaimer

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships

Scholarships and awards

Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.

Loans and Allowances

Student loans and allowances

Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.

Cost of Living

Cost of living

Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.

Advice on Programme Limits

This is a limited entry programme: there is a limit on the number of enrolments due to staff or space capacity. For more information, please see the Programme and Course Limitations section of the University Academic and General Statutes and Regulations.

Key Dates

Application Advice

Please note: we will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Key Dates

SemesterApplication Closing DateSemester Start DateSemester End Date
2026 Semester One08 December 202502 March 202629 June 2026

Other Important Dates

See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.

Additional Information on Key Dates

1 December start available for 120-point research masters only, subject to supervisor availability.

Regulations

Preamble

The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

Admission

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise from this University with a Grade Point Average of 6.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study.

2 Equivalence in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee for an applicant who has a Bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind as equivalent to the one year of postgraduate study.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Science.

Duration and Total Points Value

4 A student enrolled for this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

5 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 160 points.

Structure and Content

6 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Bioscience Enterprise Schedule.

7 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

Research Component

8 a The thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.

b The thesis topic must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

Distinction

9 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

Variations

10 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

Regulation Commencement or Amendment

11 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.

Schedule

Programme Schedules

Complete 120 points comprising:

  • 30 points from Elective Courses, and
  • Either:
  • 90 points for all Thesis - Option 1, or
  • 90 points for all Thesis - Option 2, and
  • 1 item from Academic Integrity Course

Thesis - Option 1

Complete 90 points for ALL of the following:

Thesis - Option 2

Complete 90 points for ALL of the following:

Academic Integrity Course

Complete exactly 1 of the following:

Degree Plan

Overview

All students are advised to enrol in SCIENT 795A/B Thesis. SCIENT 794A/B is available only for part-time study. Please contact the Programme Director to discuss this option. SCIENT 720, 722 will not be offered in 2026. Students must enrol in SCIENT 721 and BUSINESS 705.

Degree Plan for the Master of Bioscience Enterprise

Year 1
Semester One
Product Development and Regulatory Environments
Elective Courses
15 Points
Current Issues in Bioscience Enterprise
Elective Courses
15.0 Points
Thesis - Level 9
Thesis - Option 2
30.0 Points
Academic Integrity Course
Academic Integrity Course
Points
Semester Two
Thesis - Level 9
Thesis - Option 2
60.0 Points

Graduate Profile and Programme Capabilities

Graduate Profile

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Programme Capabilities

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