Biotechnology Major & Minor
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Biotechnology refers to the use of technology in biology to develop new products and methods for a wide range of applications. It plays a big role in many areas, like using computers to study genes (genomics), changing DNA through genetic engineering, cleaning up the environment with bioremediation, and even designing medical devices.
Because biotechnology combines many areas of science, students in the program learn a combination of genetics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, biochemistry, engineering, and bioethics. This mix of skills helps prepare students for exciting careers.
Choose a focus that matches your interests
Students in the Biotechnology Program select an area of concentration and tailor their course of study to their interests through elective courses. Concentrations in the biotechnology major include: computational, molecular, and environmental. An additional path for bioengineering is also available.
The fields of bioinformatics and computational biology involve a wide range of expected knowledge in coding and computational skills.
Molecular
Biotechnology at the molecular level focuses on understanding and manipulating DNA, RNA, and proteins to develop new tools in areas like genetic engineering, diagnostics, and disease treatment.
Environmental
Biological and technological methods — such as bioremediation — are applied to solve environmental problems, including pollution cleanup, sustainable resource use, and ecosystem restoration.
Bioengineering is the intersection between biology and engineering. It is about bringing fundamental scientific discoveries to people. (Students interested in bioengineering can pursue this area through the existing major in engineering and a minor in biotechnology or biology.)
Launch your career in biotechnology
Biotechnology is a fast-growing, interdisciplinary field that opens doors to a wide range of careers. Students gain the knowledge and skills needed for roles in pharmaceutical development, genetic engineering, personalized medicine, sustainable energy, and many other cutting-edge industries.