About the course

Biotechnology is the use of biological systems to solve scientific challenges and positively impact our society. Biotech scientists foster creativity and innovation in a variety of fields, using a toolbox of science and technology expertise to put biological molecules such as DNA or proteins to work in useful and groundbreaking ways. This program can also put you on a pre-health or pre-med path.

　　A biotech scientist?s duties might include:

　　Creating vaccines to combat debilitating diseases

　　Discover novel antibiotics from biological sources

　　Developing assays to diagnose complex clinical diseases

　　Developing drought and pesticide resistant crops to aid in food production

　　Using forensic science to analyze samples to help solve criminal investigation

　　Helping reduce industrial waste by creating cleaner manufacturing processes

　　biotechnology program is designed for undergraduate students who have completed an associate?s degree or equivalent hours, and want to complete the final two years of a bachelor?s degree program. Each course is designed to draw upon students? scientific knowledge to solve real-world problems, emphasizing critical thinking and practical application. The program includes an internship within academia or industry. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$107,840

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Lawrence
Summer (May), 2024	Lawrence
Fall (August), 2024	Lawrence
Spring (January), 2025	Lawrence
Summer (May), 2025	Lawrence
Fall (August), 2025	Lawrence
Spring (January), 2026	Lawrence
Summer (May), 2026	Lawrence

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Kansas - Shorelight

Provide evidence of high school graduation with a curriculum that would prepare you for university studies in your home country. Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, Submit English proficiency test scores (dependent upon score level, scores are used to either determine English proficiency or to estimate students' placement in an appropriate level of ESL courses, as needed).

　　IELTS 6.5, TOEFL ibt 79, TOEFL paper-delivered test - 60

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Kansas - Shorelight. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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