Biotechnology

University of Nottingham

**What is biotechnology?**Biotechnology is a subject that combines biological science and technology to develop innovative products by changing the genetic make-up of biological cells. Biotechnology impacts on the quality of our lives and the world we live in.Biotechnologists tackle global issues in healthcare, energy, environment, food, and agriculture to:+ develop new life-saving medicines+ feed growing populations by generating plants with better nutritional value+ reduce greenhouse gas emissions by providing cleaner biofuels**What you'll study**On this degree, you can study modules relating to microbial, plant and animal biotechnology:+ microbial biotechnology – learn how to to genetically manipulate microorganisms to make better medicines, ensure food safety, and remediate the environment+ plant biotechnology – genetically modify plants to increase crop growth and make them disease resistant+ animal biotechnology – understand the physiology, reproduction and nutrition of animals to improve growth, welfare, and develop new disease treatmentsThroughout the degree you can choose the aspects of biotech that interest you most.**Topics include:**+ genes and cells+ analysis of gene expression+ molecular pharming+ microbiology and immunology+ genomes and gene editing techniques+ protein expression+ ethics of biotechnology**Why choose this course?**+ **Accredited Course** – Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, this course equips you with well-rounded knowledge and skill sets, making you highly employable.+ **Improve Lives** – Learn the latest techniques to develop new products and processes that improve our lives.+ **Specialist Labs** – Study in specialist laboratories of molecular biology, genetics, cell culture and microbiology.+ **Practical Course** – Use our facilities for gene cloning and sequencing to build your practical knowledge+ **Be Taught by Experts** – Experts in the field give lectures and thought-provoking debates about the ethical, commercial and environmental concerns+ **Add an Additional Year** – Choose to add a study abroad year, year in industry or year in computer science when you join.**Study abroad**On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world.Read what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.

School of Biosciences