The Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology UAS degree program comprises at least 180 ECTS, which are required for graduation. The duration in which you achieve this is of secondary importance, usually double the standard period of study is specified as the upper limit. Please enquire about this directly at the relevant University of Applied Sciences. The standard period of study to become a biotechnologist is six semesters for full-time study and eight to ten semesters for part-time study. This means that if you study full-time, you will need to obtain 28 to 32 ECTS credits to complete the course within three years, which corresponds to a workload of around 30 lessons per week and approximately one hour of preparation and revision time per lesson.

During a Biotechnology UAS degree program, you will complete a variety of internships so that you receive comprehensive practical training. You will complete an internship in the following subject areas: Microbiology; Chemistry; Physics; Computer Science; Measurement and Automation Technology; Bioprocess Engineering; Bioprocess Technology; Protein Purification; Biochemistry; Analytical Chemistry, Cell Culture Technology; Molecular Biology; Cell Biology; Bioprocess Informatics; Project Planning; Bioprocess Technology; Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology.

After completing a degree in Biotechnology UAS, you will have a wide range of interesting career opportunities, for example in the cosmetics industry and research institutions, in hospitals and the pharmaceutical industry, in bioanalytical laboratories, engineering companies, environmental agencies, consulting, service and planning companies, equipment manufacturers and suppliers of diagnostic and laboratory equipment as well as supervisory and regulatory authorities.

A Matura is required for a Biotechnology UAS degree course; in the case of foreign diplomas, the Universities will provide you with information on admission options. If you have a Federal VET Diploma related to biotechnology, for example in a medical, technical, pharmaceutical, biological or chemical profession, you can be admitted directly to the course. If you have a Federal Vocational Baccalaureate in a field unrelated to biotechnology, you must have one year of work experience in a biotechnology environment, as must people with a Baccalaureate. High school graduates also have the option of waiving the required practical experience by completing an eight-semester course with an integrated internship.