University of Sharjah
University of Sharjah

University of Sharjah

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology

Graduates from the Biotechnology program have many opportunities to be employed in various positions such as 1. Lab specialists in food processing and manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical pathology and diagnostics, reproductive biology industries, plant biotechnology and a range of veterinary and agricultural supporting industries. 2. Forensic, medical and quality control laboratory specialists for conducting DNA analysis related to criminal investigations and diagnosis of microbial and genetic diseases. 3. Environmental consultants to assess and monitor environmental contamination and help in developing landfill sites and implementing environmental bioremediation programs. 4. Scientific journalists and media presenters writing articles and helping to prepare broadcast programs to communicate the importance of scientific development to the public. 5. Sales representative/marketing professional to sell and provide advice about special scientific products to clients in research, help to solve specific problems related to equipment applications and experimental procedures.
 
Required Credit Hours: minimum 124 hours