Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology Management

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology Management
Programme Type: Degree
SAQA ID: 120719
Faculty: Applied Sciences
Available Study Modes

Programme Overview

Next Start Dates Based on applicable nearest academic block start dates.
Campuses Campuses listed are where this programme is offered. For online modes, campuses are access points for student services only.
Duration Duration varies by study mode.

Programme details

The BSc (Biotechnology Management) prepares you for work in many areas of biotechnology and is an excellent foundation for careers in medical and scientific research, agriculture management, food technology, technical sales and academia.
 
Our degree provides you with a solid theoretical and intensive practical foundation in microbiology, molecular biology, plant physiology and agricultural biotechnology with an emphasis on application-based research, managing projects and using technology.
 
You will cover a range of core modules such as Animal and Plant Biology, Agricultural Economics and Environmental Biotechnology, Protein Biochemistry and Analytical Chemistry.
 
You will also cover subject areas such as Computer Skills, Mathematics for Science Students, Quantitative Techniques, and Clinical Trials.
 
We offer you an environment that combines theory, research and practical application. Learn all the fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice and Good Manufacturing Practice as required by the Clinical Research Industry. 
 
We have excellent facilities such as computer and science labs and quality lecture rooms.
 
Our curriculum is relevant, current and industry led. We ensure that you graduate with essential work skills such as analytical thinking, meeting deadlines, problem solving, collaborating in teams and communication.

Entry Requirements Important

South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor’s degree pass.*
Or National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by the Council of General and Further Education and Training with a Bachelor’s degree pass. 
Or letter or certificate confirming an exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf) for any other school-leaving results. 
Or completion of a Bachelor’s degree. 
Or completion of the relevant Foundation Programme along with a letter or certificate of exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf). 
Or completion of a relevant Higher Certificate
Or completion of the relevant Eduvos Access Programme
 

AND
 

50% or above for Grade 12 English
50% or above for Grade 12 Mathematics
50% or above for Grade 12 Life Science/Biology
50% or above for Grade 12 Physical Science.

Pricing

From R109 871 per year (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.

Possible career options

 

The careers for you, as a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology Management graduate, are varied and include:


Entrepreneurship
Environmental, Agricultural and Waste Management 
Laboratory positions in the Food and Water, Medical and Industrial Biotech Industry
Medical Lab Technician Laboratories
Medical and Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives
Quality assurance
Postgraduate Studies
Regulatory Affairs
Research
Scientific Communications

YearModules
Year 1

Students are introduced to the basic principles of biomedicine and science.


Applied Chemistry
Animal and Plant Biology
Bio entrepreneurship
Computer Skills
Introduction to Chemistry
Mathematics for Science Students
Medical Bioethics and Communication
Physics for Science Students
Principles of Biology
Laboratory Management
Quantitative Techniques (Biology)
Science Skill

Year 2
Students will develop an intermediate level of knowledge in the following fields:

Agricultural Economics
Biopharmaceutical Sales and Marketing
Ethnobotany
Exploration of Industry
Food and Water Microbiology
Food Technology
Introduction to Microbiology
Introduction to Molecular Biology
Medical Microbiology and Immunology
Plant Physiology
Plant Propagation
Year 3

On completion of this level, the students will have acquired a rounded knowledge in the following fields:
 

Agricultural Biotechnology
Analytical Chemistry
Clinical Trials and Good Manufacturing Practice
Criminalistics
Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology
Medical Biotechnology
Operations Management for Bioscience
Protein Biochemistry and Proteomics

Work Integrated Learning

Accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

Registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

International students are welcome to apply for this programme. For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions.

Accepting applications from:

AngolaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelizeBotswanaBruneiBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaColombiaCyprusDR CongoDominicaEritreaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuyanaIndiaIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJordanKenyaKiribatiKuwaitLesothoLiberiaMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritiusMicronesiaMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNetherlandsNigeriaOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesQatarRwandaSaint LuciaSamoaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth SudanSri LankaSudanSwazilandTanzaniaTongaTrinidad and TobagoTuvaluUgandaUAEUnited KingdomUnited StatesVanuatuZambiaZimbabwe

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