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The biotechnology program at the University of Houston is housed in the College of Technology.

Program Highlights

The Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology is specifically designed to:

  • Develop adaptable students with a strong foundation in skills that are relevant to the changing world of biotechnology
  • Offer practical, hands-on biotechnology training with cutting-edge biotechnology research and teaching - utilizing the laboratory, the classroom or virtual environments where appropriate

Program Strengths

  • Interdisciplinary
  • Internship opportunities in the medical and biotechnology industry
  • Only biotech program in the region that integrates molecular biology, bioprocessing and nanobiotechnolgy with an emphasis on environmental biotechnology
  • Guest lectures by biotech industry experts fosters collaborative interactions

We provide two curriculum tracks:

  • Bioprocessing
  • Bioinformatics
This gives students the flexibility to tailor their degree based on their interest, educational background and career goals. These tracks, in combination with core courses, provide our students with a broad exposure to the field of biotechnology. The presence of the Texas Medical Center and a growing biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry helps to place this program at the forefront of biotechnology education.