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Biotechnology

University of Nottingham

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Sutton Bonington Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


What is biotechnology?

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


What you'll study

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 treatmentsThroughout the degree you can choose the aspects of biotech that interest you most.


Topics include:

+ genes and cells+ analysis of gene expression+ molecular pharming+ microbiology and immunology+ genomes and gene editing techniques+ protein expression+ ethics of biotechnology


Why choose this course?

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Accredited Course

– Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, this course equips you with well-rounded knowledge and skill sets, making you highly employable.+


Improve Lives

– Learn the latest techniques to develop new products and processes that improve our lives.+


Specialist Labs

– Study in specialist laboratories of molecular biology, genetics, cell culture and microbiology.+


Practical Course

– Use our facilities for gene cloning and sequencing to build your practical knowledge+


Be Taught by Experts

– Experts in the field give lectures and thought-provoking debates about the ethical, commercial and environmental concerns+


Add an Additional Year

– Choose to add a study abroad year, year in industry or year in computer science when you join.


Study abroad

On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world.Read what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 33,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    University Park Campus, University Park Campus, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom

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A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    31st out of 87 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    135 60%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    36th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    64th

    10

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