The Biotechnology PhD degree program includes a rigorous core course requirement, and laboratory training, the successful completion of a comprehensive exam, seminar attendance, oral presentations, and defence of a dissertation describing original research. Some of the courses are currently being offered through existing post-graduate programs in the Department of Biotechnology. It is the intent of the program to produce internationally competitive researchers who can make significant contributions to the field of Biotechnology. The program curriculum will provide broad training in the fundamentals of biotechnology and offer students advanced training in various specialized fields of biotechnology. The program will include involvement of local and international universities, and biotech companies. Required Credit Hours: minimum hours