Associate of Science in Biotechnology

* An Associate of Science degree is considered a terminal degree. The decision on course transferability rests with the receiving institution.

Program Description
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology trains students in many disciplines including genetics, biochemistry and molecular biology. Graduates possess the skills to perform laboratory tests using standardized laboratory procedures.

Program Objectives
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and objectives.

• To develop a student's ability to perform proficiently on laboratory and testing procedures
• To develop a student's abilities in critical thinking and documentation
• To develop students for entry-level position in the biotechnology field

Prerequisite for Major Courses

• General education courses must be completed with an overall grade average of 2.00 or higher

Program Outline
To receive an Associate of Science in Biotechnology, students must earn 62.5 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows.

Biotechnology Major Courses (38.5 credit hours total)
Fundamentals of Biochemistry	4.0 credit hours
Molecular and Cell Biology	4.0 credit hours
Introduction to Biotechnology	4.0 credit hours
Cell Culturing	4.0 credit hours
Microbiology	4.0 credit hours
Clinical Immunology	4.0 credit hours
Genetics	4.0 credit hours
Biotechnology Externship I	3.5 credit hours
Biotechnology Externship II	3.5 credit hours
Biotechnology Externship III	3.5 credit hours

General Education Courses (24.0 credit hours) (PDF file)
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* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.

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