Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)

Program Overview

This four-year Bachelor of Science (Honours) program in Biotechnology provides a comprehensive foundation in biology, chemistry, and data science. Students develop expertise in molecular and cell biology, microbiology, and biotechnology principles. The program culminates in a specialization area, preparing graduates for careers in biotechnology, scientific research, and laboratory management.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year 1

• Semester 1:
• Biology I: Molecules, Genes and Cells
• Chemistry IA or Foundations of Chemistry IA
• Approved Level I Elective
• Approved Level I Elective
• Semester 2:
• Biology I: Human Perspectives or Biology I: Organisms
• Chemistry IB or Foundations of Chemistry IB
• Introductory Data Science - Becoming Smart About Data (or Semester 1)
• Level I Elective

Year 2

• Semester 1:
• Biochemistry II (Biotechnology): Molecular and Cell Biology
• Microbiology II (Biotechnology)
• Level II Elective
• Level II Elective
• Semester 2:
• Biochemistry II (Biotechnology): Metabolism
• Principles of Biotechnology II
• Level II Elective
• Level II Elective

Year 3

• Semester 1:
• Molecular and Structural Biology III
• Level III Elective
• Level III Elective
• Semester 2:
• Biotechnology Practice III
• Level III Elective
• Level III Elective

Careers:

• Laboratory Manager
• Biotechnologist
• Biotechnology
• Scientific Officer
• Scientist