Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

University of Nottingham - Sutton Bonington

What you will study

Biotechnology is a subject that combines biological science and technology to develop innovative products by changing the genetic make-up of biological cells. Biotechnology impacts on the quality of our lives and the world we live in.

Biotechnologists tackle global issues in healthcare, energy, environment, food, and agriculture to:

• develop new life-saving medicines • feed growing populations by generating plants with better nutritional value • reduce greenhouse gas emissions by providing cleaner biofuels

On this degree, you can study modules relating to microbial, plant and animal biotechnology: • microbial biotechnology – learn how to to genetically manipulate microorganisms to make better medicines, ensure food safety, and remediate the environment • plant biotechnology – genetically modify plants to increase crop growth and make them disease resistant • animal biotechnology – understand the physiology, reproduction and nutrition of animals to improve growth, welfare, and develop new disease treatments

Topics include: • genes and cells • analysis of gene expression • molecular pharming • microbiology and immunology • genomes and gene editing techniques • protein expression • ethics of biotechnology

About this course

Institution
University of Nottingham - Sutton Bonington
Where
Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Level
Bachelor
Length
36 months
Tuition
£33,500.00

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English
  • PTE: 65 overall or above
  • IELTS: 6 overall or above
  • TOEFL: 80 overall or above

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