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What will I learn in a biotechnology degree program?
If you are interested in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry or other biotechnology-intensive industries, the bachelor's degree in biotechnology can open doors for you. It offers:
- Coursework and lab work that offers a solid foundation in biochemistry, molecular biology and immunology.
- Small class sizes and access to specialized training and instrumentation
- Research experience in an academic and/or industrial laboratory allowing you to strengthen your understanding of experimental design, troubleshooting and data interpretation
- A senior thesis and the master's graduate option that teaches you how to delve into scientific literature and learn more about the latest advances in biological sciences
- The option to enroll in master's coursework your senior year
- Training in communication, job placement and professionalism
Learn more about the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources
In the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources, you'll receive valuable hands-on experience that prepares you for a successful career in high-demand industries. With four departments and nearly 200 courses in agriculture, veterinary and rangeland sciences; biochemistry and molecular biology; natural resources and environmental science; and nutrition, we're ready to help you grow your future.
Options in the biotechnology program
Students earning a B.S. in biotechnology can apply for a one-year, accelerated M.S. in biotechnology at the end of their junior year. For application information and instructions contact either:
Karla Hernández, Ph.D.
Office(775) 784-1029
karlah@unr.edu
HMS 145C | Mail Stop 330
The one-year M.S. program offers small class sizes and the opportunity to earn a graduate degree in less time. This additional graduate year allows you to further explore your scientific potential and become better informed about potential career choices within the field of biotechnology.
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Careers with a degree in biotechnology
Biotechnology is a research-intensive field that offers career opportunities along the lifecycle of a project, from early research and development through experimental design and into manufacturing and producing a product. Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in biotechnology may find jobs working in experimental design, quality control, data analysis or manufacturing. Individuals with expertise in biotechnology may also be needed on the project management and operations side of biotechnology firms.
Industries that rely heavily on biotechnology for products and advancement range from agriculture to pharmaceuticals to health care, and your employer may be a university or government lab, a large corporation, or a new start up.
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76% of students receive financial aid
Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. We offer need-based and merit-based forms of financial aid to help you afford college.
54% of all students graduate with no debt
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