Diploma in Biotechnology

Course details

Discover the fascinating world of medical sciences research as you learn how to use biology and other sciences to make

better medicine and healthier food. During the programme, you can choose to specialise in either Biotechnology or Food and Nutrition.

With access to our cutting-edge laboratories, hands-on training will help you develop valuable skills to succeed in a range of industries. In addition, you will gain real-world experience through attachments at major companies in the healthcare and food industries, such as Baxter Healthcare, Procter & Gamble, and Indoguna.

Course Outcomes

• Discover the power of biotechnology to transform food and create new vaccines, medicines, and biofuels.
• Build knowledge regarding the existing uses, potential applications, and social impacts of biotechnology
• Become well-equipped to work in perse fields, including medical technology, food, nutrition, and health promotion

Career Opportunities  

Career OpportunitiesDBIO graduates can pursue careers in the biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology, food development, and food supply industries. You can look forward to rewarding career opportunities in roles such as:

• Food Industry and Microbiology Specialist
• Health Education Officer
• Quality Control Officer in a pharmaceutical or biomedical company
• Research and Development
• Laboratory Technician
• Sales and Marketing Representative in the biomedical industry

Course Structure

General Modules (20 MC)  

5 compulsory modules: 

• Mathematics 
• Chemistry 
• Organisational Behaviour 
• Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving 
• Effective Communication  

Discipline Modules (52 MC)  

13 compulsory modules: 

• Anatomy and Physiology 
• Biology 
• Chemistry II 
• Microbiology 
• Molecular and Cell Biology 
• Biochemistry 
• Recombinant DNA Technologies 
• Immunology 
• Genetics 
• Laboratory Management 
• Proteomics 
• Genomics 
• Structural Biology  

Specialisation Modules (12 MC)  

3 compulsory modules: 

Choose one out of two specialisation options.

Biotechnology Research 

• Cell Culture 
• Analytical Instrumentation 
• Bioprospecting  

Food and Nutrition 

• Nutrition 
• Food Science 
• Industrial and Food Biotechnology  

Elective Module (4 MC )  

You can choose 1 module from the following list: 

• Pharmaceutical Chemistry 
• Analytical Instrumentation 
• Current Good Manufacturing Practice 
• Dietary Supplements 
• Industrial and Food Biotechnology  

Industry Orientation Programme (28 MC)  

3 compulsory modules: 

• Project 
• Character and Citizenship Education 
• Industry Immersion Programme  (20 MC)