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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences BSc (Biotechnology)

University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

BSc (Biotechnology)

Pretoria, South Africa

3 Years

English

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    About: The BSc in Biotechnology focuses on the application of biological processes and organisms to develop technologies aimed at improving healthcare, agriculture, and the environment. The program covers essential topics such as molecular biology, biochemistry, and microbiology, providing students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The length of the course is typically three years and offers students opportunities for internships and hands-on laboratory experience.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various fields such as pharmaceuticals, agricultural biotech, environmental consulting, and research. Job roles may include biotechnologist, laboratory technician, quality control analyst, and regulatory affairs specialist.

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BSc (Biotechnology)

The BSc (Biotechnology) program is an interdepartmental program with a particular emphasis on molecular biology, which is aimed at empowering students to pursue their interest in biotechnology. Undergraduate training includes exposure to aspects of biochemistry, genetics and microbiology, in addition to the other subjects of a student’s choice. Students are encouraged to decide on their postgraduate research direction during the course of their undergraduate studies and to choose their electives accordingly.

At the undergraduate level, students are provided with a thorough background in the principles of genetics, as well as the application of those principles in fields as diverse as genomics, plant and animal biotechnology, diagnostics and risk determination, bioethics, conservation ecology and population, and behavioural and evolutionary studies.

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