Biotechnology (Taught)

Why choose this course

• Gain an in-depth understanding of the biotechnology industry, from applications of biotechnology in the lab to commercialisation in business and non-conventional uses of biotech in the future.

• Learn from academics across the University who are experts in biosciences, chemistry and chemical engineering, business, sustainability, and people-centred AI.

• Access our multimillion-pound biosciences and chemical engineering facilities, including labs with bioanalytical equipment and bioreactors.

• Benefit from Surrey’s well-established advancements in biotechnology research, including the development of new bioprocesses for antibiotics and vaccines, and the bioremediation of polluted water and soil.

• Explore case studies presented by industry experts and develop skills that are in high demand by leading biotech companies – and take advantage of our proximity to the ‘golden triangle’ of biotech hubs once you graduate.

What you will study
On this course, you’ll gain a comprehensive overview of biotechnology, including how it developed into a science-based discipline and how it has rapidly advanced in recent years.

In your first semester, you’ll study the early exploration of bioprocesses and applications of biotechnology, including principles of cell cultivation, genetic manipulation and plant metabolism. You’ll also look at the legal and regulatory aspects of commercialising biotech, covering management and intellectual property, government approval, and ethics and public understanding.

In your second semester, you’ll explore large-scale bioprocesses and analyse model case studies presented by experts from the biotech and pharma industries. You’ll then look at new and future trends in the biotech industry, from the use of AI in drug discovery and waste upcycling to biohacking and electrobiotechnology.

You will also complete a research project on a topic of your choice. We’ll match your interests with the expertise of our researchers, ensuring you get the best support.

To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure and Graduate prospects etc.