Biotechnology with Spanish for Science Imperial

Overview

This Biotechnology with Spanish for Science programme from Imperial allows you to combine your training in biochemistry with study of the Spanish language. 

Quick Facts:

• These classes, taught in Spanish by the Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication, focus on the use and presentation of written and oral scientific and technical material in Spanish.
• You will also receive an introduction to the theory and practice of translation, alongside further studies in the history, politics, science and technology of Spanish-speaking countries.
• In the first two years you will cover core biotechnology modules alongside these classes, including biological chemistry, molecular biology, integrative cell biology and genes and genomics.
• You spend your third year studying in a Spanish-speaking university, where you will attend lectures and conduct a research project.In your final year you have increased freedom to follow your own interests by choosing from a wide range of optional modules and completing a research project or dissertation involving a significant element of biotechnology.
• Life sciences graduates enjoy excellent career opportunities. Most of our graduates study for a higher degree in life sciences and many follow careers in the field, particularly in the research and management areas of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, biomedical science, food technology, agrisciences, and pest, disease and environmental management.
• Similar opportunities exist for life scientists in government and independent laboratories involved in medical research, public health, forensic investigation, disease research, conservation, and pollution. Some of our graduates also go on to work in medical careers, become teachers, or even work in the media.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

• Bioinformatics Data Analyst, Multinational healthcare company

• Senior Associate, Management consulting firm

• Co-founder, Biochemical startup

• Pharmacy Technical Officer, NHS

• Senior Analyst, Medical communications and health economics agency