BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology

About this course

The BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology is a four-year, eight-semester degree from the Faculty of Science at Horizon Campus, with 120 credits. It is described as a multidisciplinary programme that combines basic and applied science with current laboratory techniques. Year one covers biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, IT and laboratory safety. Later years move through genome structure, microbiology, plant and animal physiology, bioinformatics, immunology, industrial and agricultural biotechnology, medical and marine biotechnology, forensic science and genetic testing, proteomics and quality control. The final year includes a research project and an internship. The campus names six specialisation areas: genetics and molecular biology, plant cell and tissue culture, pharmaceuticals and natural product biotechnology, food and nutrition biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, and environmental biotechnology. Field excursions, biodiversity conservation and management, and a 15-week industrial internship are also mentioned. The page presents the degree as preparation for a range of jobs and for postgraduate training, research and development.