Biotechnology: Academic Information
The educational experiences will largely focus on applying scientific knowledge to solve complex problems. Students will identify problems, design and execute experiments, analyze results, and draw conclusions. Students will spend significant time in the lab, learning by doing.
Coursework in the biotechnology program includes organic chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, physics, statistics, intro to biosciences, scientific and business communications, immunology, bioinformatics, quantitative analysis, and more. Students can expect extensive coursework in general science, bioscience core classes, molecular bioscience electives, and open electives.
For students who wish to tailor their degree to their career goals and round out their educational experience, they have the option of adding a minor.
An internship and a capstone project are required and are very valuable features of this degree that contribute to students being workforce ready at graduation.
Learn more about Bachelor of Applied Science in Biotechnology in the KU Catalog.
KU's biotechnology undergraduate degree program is supported by the Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT).
Flexible
- Acquired knowledge aligns with many career paths.
- Built-in internship experience
- In-state tuition equivalent rates for qualified Missouri students
Quality
- Credentialed, experienced faculty
- Globally recognized academics
- KU is one of 38 public university members of the prestigious Association of American Universities, a group of America's leading research universities.
Useful
- Hands-on curriculum with real-world application
- Focus on workforce readiness and functional laboratory skills
- Training and practical experience in leadership, project management, and regulatory science
- Program unique to KC Metro area, with high level of professional interest from local institutions and organizations
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