The academic content and curriculum of the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of biological systems and technologies. The program usually starts with basic sciences and aims to provide students with a solid foundation in areas such as genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry. The courses taken at this stage cover the fundamental principles of biological systems and the chemical basis of life.
In the following semesters, students move on to more specific and applied courses. Courses such as genetic engineering, cell culture techniques, bioreactor design, enzyme technology, bioinformatics and biotechnological product development are included in this stage. These courses provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in various application areas of biotechnology.
In addition, another important component of the program is laboratory courses. Students experience the theoretical knowledge they learn in lectures practically in the laboratory environment. In these courses, students learn and apply basic biotechnology techniques such as DNA isolation, PCR, electrophoresis, microscopy, cell culture. Laboratory work provides students with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills such as designing experiments, problem solving and data analysis.
The biotechnology program also aims to raise students' awareness of ethical, social and legal issues. The ethical issues raised by biotechnology, its impact on society and legal regulations are addressed in these courses. In addition, students are trained in research methodologies, scientific writing and presentation techniques.
In the final semesters of the program, students can take elective courses based on their interests and specialize in specific topics through independent research projects or internships. In this way, graduates can customize their education so that they have the skills and knowledge set appropriate to their career goals. Throughout the curriculum, students are expected to develop skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and continuous learning to become effective and innovative professionals in the field of biotechnology.