Academics: Programs of Study: Undergraduate Degree Programs

Applied Biotechnology

• Degree: Bachelor of Science in Applied Biotechnology - BSAB
• UGA Bulletin: Major Requirements
• UGA Bulletin: Minor Requirements
• Campus: Athens
• UGA Career Center: Career Choices

Requirements

The applied biotechnology major provides students with the scientific background and laboratory experience necessary for employment in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, or for advanced study in the applications of biotechnology and molecular biology for the use and improvement of plants, animals, and micro-organisms. Students should possess a strong interest in the sciences and an interest in chemistry, biotechnology, microbiology. This interdisciplinary major brings together areas of study such as animals, food science, forestry, entomology, and plants to educate students with the knowledge and skills necessary to use biotechnology for the improvement of plants, animals, and microorganisms.

Practical Experiences

Strengths of the program include a strong core of science, and sufficient laboratory courses so students will have both the theoretical background and application skills. Students will be able to obtain the hands-on experience needed in this discipline through work on campus and internships with biotechnology-related companies. Students will choose an area of emphasis that will allow them to study the use of biotechnology in the improvement of plants, animals, or food science.

Career Opportunities

Applied biotechnology graduates fill critical roles within the biotech industry. The objective of the major in applied biotechnology is to provide students with multidisciplinary training in applied biotechnology, give them a focus area for application of skills and knowledge, provide them with appropriate communication skills, and provide scientific and business communities with highly skilled individuals for employment in this important area. Employment opportunities are available with federal and state agencies, universities, private corporations, and research centers. Qualified graduates may elect to study for the M.S. or Ph.D. at the University of Georgia or at other universities.

Contact

For information related to curriculum and registration, please contact:
Marianne Stephens
Program Coordinator
413 BioScience Building
Athens, GA  30602
706-542-1238
biotech@uga.edu

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