Applied Biotechnology Program Overview
Biotechnology is a vibrant and growing industry in the Pacific Northwest and across the United States. The rise of genomics and metabolic engineering, and the introduction of new high throughput technologies, have increased the demand for biotechnology technicians with new skills and conceptual training. Biotechnology companies now compete to hire from a limited pool of appropriately training individuals. Consequently, there are excellent employment opportunities in this arena for new graduates with specialized training.
The objective of this degree is to train students to be able to function effectively in industrial environments. With this practical goal in mind, we have crafted the Professional Science Master's Degree Program in Applied Biotechnology to offer students and their corporate sponsors a maximum of flexibility in choosing from Oregon State University's extensive graduate curriculum in the biological sciences. The Professional Science M.S. Program in Applied Biotechnology has been shaped with the help of professionals employed in leadership roles in applied biotechnology industries and agencies. The Board of Professional Affiliates includes several collaborating partners for the Professional Science M.S. Degree Program in Applied Biotechnology. Industry internships, which place students in industry positions for 3-6 months prior to graduation, will play an important role.