Bachelor of Science - BIOTECHNOLOGY
The Pennsylvania State University Penn State Eberly College of Science
Key Information
Campus location
State College, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
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Introduction
Biotechnology may be broadly defined as the application of principles of molecular and cell science in the production of biologically important or industrially useful products. Therefore, students in the Biotechnology major will
acquire a strong foundation in the life and chemical sciences,
learn how fundamental science is applied to problems through biotechnology,
develop basic laboratory skills, perform standard techniques, work with state-of-the-art instrumentation, describe and evaluate the analytical methodology used in biotechnology, and
become familiar with societal concerns and governmental regulations regarding the biotechnology industry.
One very important strength of this major is the extensive laboratory experience each student receives. In the General option, students are very strongly encouraged to consider Cooperative Education with industry as an integral part of their curriculum. In addition to the General option in Biotechnology, the major also offers the Clinical Laboratory Science option.