Course summary

Training in biotechnology has never been more important, whether helping to prevent and cure diseases, feeding the growing human population, or finding solutions for global crises such as climate change, pollution, and the spread of antimicrobial resistance. By taking our BSc Biotechnology course you will obtain a broad, research-led education in biotechnology, covering aspects of animal, plant and microbial biotechnology with a strong foundation in molecular and cell biology. You will be well placed to contribute to a field essential for human and planetary health and the delivery of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals. You will gain a range of practical skills in our modern STEM Centre. This hands-on lab training throughout your first and second years will build your skills for the final-year research project. Further opportunities to interact with future employers, through with site visits and guest lectures, will prepare you for future employment and to contribute to this exciting field.