Biotechnology BRAC University

Overview

Master’s Degree from the BRAC University in Biotechnology Program includes a detailed understanding of animal biotechnology, plant biotechnology, microbial biotechnology, as well as genomics and bioinformatics. Along with a sound theoretical background, you will also be provided with hands-on experiences on these cutting-edge topics through both basic and advanced level procedures in our dedicated biotechnology laboratories.

Globally, biotechnologists are in high demand in both academia and industry. Pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, research institutes and public or private universities are some examples where you start your career as an aspiring biotechnologist.  

Career Opportunities

Biotechnology is a rapidly developing field, not just in countries abroad, but locally as well. The need for solutions to problems in our health, our environment and our society at large necessitates progress in this field. This, in turn, offers up a whole host of opportunities for a fresh graduate to make a near-instant impact in the workforce. In order to make themselves appealing candidates for any hiring company, institution or university, the Biotechnology program helps you display the following:

• A deep understanding of both plant and animal biotechnology, particularly their use in tissue cultures and lab sampling
• Industrial applications of biotechnology, such as fermentation, environmental damage mitigation and genetically modified (GM) crops
• Utilization of genomics and genetic manipulation - in particular, through genetic function, organization and regulation
• Medical usage of biotechnology through avenues such as enzymology, recombinant DNA technology and cellular dynamics
• A creative and confident outlook on applying the above-mentioned abilities in a local perspective, through the senior research project and thesis