BSc Biotechnology
About This Programme
Combines molecular biology, genetics, microbiology and bioprocess engineering with hands-on laboratory training for careers in healthcare, pharma and research. 127 credit hours; total programme cost approximately AED 279,400 before scholarships.
Course Highlights
- Molecular biology, genetics, microbiology and bioprocessing.
- Extensive laboratory training.
- Two internships and a senior design project.
- Scholarships of up to 50% available on all degrees.
What You'll Study
Delivered on the Dubai International Academic City campus with lectures, extensive laboratory work, two internships and a senior design project, on a US-style semester credit system.
YEAR 1 Fall
- MATH 125 Mathematics for Biotechnology3 credits
- BIOL 100 Biology I3 credits
- CHEM 100 General Chemistry4 credits
- ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing3 credits
- GENE 120 Islamic Culture3 credits
YEAR 1 Spring
- PHYS 100 Mechanics and Wave Optics4 credits
- BIOL 105 Biology II3 credits
- CSCI 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming3 credits
- COMM 105 Public Speaking3 credits
- ARAB 102 Arabic Language3 credits
YEAR 2 Fall
- MATH 130 Computational Statistics3 credits
- BIOT 220 General Genetics3 credits
- EEEN 200 Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering4 credits
- CHEM 105 Organic Chemistry3 credits
- GENE 210 UAE Studies3 credits
YEAR 2 Spring
- BIOT 200 Biochemistry4 credits
- BIOT 205 General Microbiology4 credits
- BIOT 210 Molecular Biology4 credits
- BIOT 215 IPR, Biosafety & Bioethics2 credits
YEAR 2 Internship
- INTE 200 Internship I2 credits
YEAR 3 Fall
- BIOT 320 Environmental Biotechnology3 credits
- BIOT 300 Analytical Techniques in Biotechnology4 credits
- BIOT 305 Biochemical Thermodynamics3 credits
- BIOT 330 Immunology & Serology3 credits
- BIOT 335 Introduction to Nanoscience & Nanotechnology4 credits
YEAR 3 Spring
- BIOT 315 Bioinformatics4 credits
- BIOT 325 Downstream Processing4 credits
- BIOT 430 Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering4 credits
- BIOT 310 Plant & Animal Biotechnology3 credits
YEAR 3 Internship
- INTE 300 Internship II2 credits
YEAR 4 Fall
- Open Elective 13 credits
- GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility3 credits
- BIOT 435 Enzyme Engineering & Technology4 credits
- BIOT Major Elective 13 credits
- BIOT Major Elective 23 credits
YEAR 4 Spring
- GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability3 credits
- Open Elective 23 credits
- BIOT Major Elective 33 credits
- PROE 400 Senior Design Project4 credits
Entry Requirements
Careers
Graduates enter roles such as microbiologist, bioinformatics specialist, research scientist, bioprocess engineer, regulatory affairs specialist and medical science liaison.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the CAA (UAE MoHESR) and KHDA-licensed.
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Biotechnology
Start Date
September 2026 (also January & May intakes)
Typical Offer
60% average in Grade 12 incl. 60% in a science
Duration
4 years · 127 credits
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Applied Sciences
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Biotechnology major
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 279,400 total
Apply online at amityuniversity.ae. A non-refundable application fee of AED 100 applies; registration is AED 500 per semester. Tuition is charged per credit hour and scholarships of up to 50% are available.