The increase in human population and in the demand for enhancing the quality of life in areas such as health, nutrition and environment, argued for high quality education and scientific research, especially in the field of Biotechnology. This field can play a crucial role in solving the problems of food and environment. For example, the genetic and genomic modification of plants, animals and bacteria was paramount to the production of new food, fibers and chemicals with high quality and quantity. The Department of Applied Biology at the University of Sharjah offers a Master of Sciences in Biotechnology that prepares graduates to confidently confront current and future challenges in a profession that equips them with an advanced knowledge in different scientific fields practical and application skills of high standards, as well as stimulates their thirst for discoveries. The Department has well qualified faculty members and lecturers with many years of academic and practical experience both regionally and internationally. The expertise of the academic staff spans the main disciplines of modern Biotechnology. In addition, the department has laboratory facilities that are furnished with state-of-the-art equipments and analytical instruments in support of advanced experimental work for teaching, research and community services. The laboratories are also staffed with qualified and well-trained laboratory supervisors and technicians. Program Objectives: The Biotechnology MSc program is oriented to achieve the following objectives: 1. To provide graduates with advanced knowledge and applicable research principles and methods in biological sciences which include cellular biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, human genetics, cytogenetics, microbiology, and immunology 2. To provide the students with required biotechnology skills which enables them to operate effectively in a new learning or professional context such as higher education, specialized industrial labs, pharmaceuticals and forensics. 3. To enrich graduates with advanced skills of scientific writing, and oral presentation to analyze research findings and conclusions 4. To train graduates to manage laboratory activities and engage in effective scientific work as individuals and as team members. 5. To enable students to carry out a research project in a biotechnology discipline 6. To improve students' ability in assessing and critically evaluating ethical issues related to biotechnology implications
Through the Master of Science in Biotechnology program at the University of Sharjah, you will gain advanced theoretical and practical knowledge across a broad range of Biological Sciences, including molecular biology, cellular biology, biochemistry, human genetics, cytogenetics, microbiology, and immunology. You will develop hands-on skills in modern biotechnological techniques using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, preparing you for diverse professional settings such as academic research, industry, pharmaceuticals, and forensics. The program emphasizes scientific research, critical analysis, ethical reasoning, and effective communication—empowering you to design and conduct independent research projects, manage laboratory activities, and present scientific findings with confidence. Additionally, you will enhance your ability to work both independently and collaboratively, equipping you to address real-world challenges in Biotechnology with innovation and integrity.
Award
MSc
Duration
2 years
Qualification
MSc
Subject Area
Natural Sciences