Science Commercialisation and Innovation

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
SCIE 5000
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Course ID
201910
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Biological Sciences
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

The course will provide an understanding of all the aspects in translating scientific discoveries into products or systems of value to society. The course aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge of the innovation process and the key components of commercialisation, with particular emphasis on science and technology-based innovation. By completion of the course learners will be prepared to articulate these elements within future courses in the program as well as engage with external partners as graduates.

  • Biotechnology Industry And Business
  • Intellectual Property
  • Biotechnology Valuation, Funding And Strategy

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the key components and processes involved in the commercialisation of biotechnology research and discovery
  • Understand the nature and structure of Biotechnology companies, how they operate, and what is required to work in the industry
  • Understand how biotechnology companies are valued and funded, and how this impacts strategic planning
  • Understand the nature of intellectual property, the importance and limitations of patents, the patenting process, patent infringement and management
  • Develop workplace skills necessary to succeed in a fast-paced team environment in the biotech industry

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 27502
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
25 Feb - 15 Apr Wednesday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
6 May - 27 May Wednesday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
Class number
Class number 27501
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
27 Feb - 27 Mar Friday 11:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
10 Apr - 17 Apr Friday 11:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
8 May - 29 May Friday 11:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
Class number
Class number 26619
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
25 Feb - 15 Apr Wednesday 8:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 113
27 Feb - 27 Mar Friday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
10 Apr - 17 Apr Friday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
6 May - 27 May Wednesday 8:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 113
8 May - 29 May Friday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
Class number
Class number 26618
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 2 Mar Monday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G06
27 Feb - 27 Mar Friday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Benham, G25
16 Mar - 30 Mar Monday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G06
10 Apr - 17 Apr Friday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Benham, G25
13 Apr - 13 Apr Monday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G06
4 May - 25 May Monday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G06
8 May - 29 May Friday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Benham, G25

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 57332
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
7 Aug - 25 Sep Friday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 113
16 Oct - 6 Nov Friday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 113
Class number
Class number 57331
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East SANTOS, G04
15 Oct - 5 Nov Thursday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East SANTOS, G04
Class number
Class number 50542
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 2:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Mawson, 134
7 Aug - 25 Sep Friday 1:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
15 Oct - 5 Nov Thursday 2:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Mawson, 134
16 Oct - 6 Nov Friday 1:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
Class number
Class number 50541
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 23 Sep Wednesday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 2052
7 Aug - 25 Sep Friday 3:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40
14 Oct - 4 Nov Wednesday 4:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 2052
16 Oct - 6 Nov Friday 3:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P1-40

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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