Biotechnology (Hons) University of York

Overview

The  Biotechnology (Hons) course from University of York  is ideal if you want an interdisciplinary approach to Biotechnology. You'll have a wide range of options to tailor the course to your developing interests. 

Microorganisms are an important but often overlooked form of life. They are causative agents of many diseases, and can be harnessed to produce a wide range of useful products including antibiotics and other medicines. Microbes are also vital for providing multiple ecosystem services and are crucial for agricultural systems. They can provide the means to decontaminate polluted environments and act as important models for understanding biological processes. At York, you will learn about the practical application of biological knowledge to economically important areas, such as health, food and the environment.

Careers and skills

A degree in biology provides an excellent basis for science or health-related careers, and for a wide range of other occupations and professions from management and finance, to journalism and teaching. 

Studying biology will develop your critical thinking and research skills, and prepare you to be competitive for entry into relevant postgraduate degree programmes.

Employment opportunities are diverse, ranging from biological and biomedical research and development, to careers in science communication, the health service, forensic science, environmental health and wildlife conservation. Our graduates are not confined to science-related careers, and a significant number enter jobs within finance, public and private sector management, social and health service work, the media and law.

Career opportunities

• Experimental officer

• Research analyst

• Graduate purchaser

• Business development executive

• Ecological consultant

• Accountancy

• Laboratory technician

• Clinic coordinator

• Data manager

• Postgraduate study

• PhD

• Medical writer