Bachelor in BIOTECHNOLOGY

Tuition fees for Bachelor in BIOTECHNOLOGY are 2,800 EUR per year.

Biotechnology applies principles of biology, chemistry, and engineering to develop products and processes that make use of living organisms or biological systems. This bachelor's programme in Biotechnology is taught in English at the Universita degli Studi di Torino, in Torino, Italy, and runs for three years; admission is by entrance examination. Students in this field typically study molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and biochemistry, alongside laboratory training in techniques used to manipulate cells, proteins, and genetic material. Coursework often introduces the industrial and medical applications of biotechnology, including the development of pharmaceuticals, diagnostic tools, agricultural products, and industrial enzymes. A significant part of biotechnology education involves hands-on laboratory work, where students learn methods such as cell culture, genetic sequencing, and protein analysis that underpin research and production processes in the field. The discipline also addresses the regulatory and ethical dimensions of working with biological materials, including safety standards for laboratory work and the oversight of biotechnology products before they reach the market. Because biotechnology spans healthcare, agriculture, environmental science, and industrial manufacturing, graduates can pursue a range of career paths, including roles as laboratory technicians, research assistants, quality control analysts, or process specialists within pharmaceutical, agricultural, or biotech companies. Many graduates continue into master's or doctoral study to specialize further in areas such as molecular biology, medical biotechnology, or bioinformatics. The skills developed in this field, including precise laboratory technique, data analysis, and familiarity with biological systems, are valued across both research and industrial settings. Based in Torino, students in this programme are part of Italy's broader life sciences education landscape, and the English-medium format and entrance examination are designed to support an international cohort of students.