Biotechnology, BSc (Hons)

Our Biotechnology and Microbiology course explores how microorganisms produce advanced therapeutic drugs and why understanding microbial evolution is essential for pathogen control.This interdisciplinary programme allows customization to your interests. Microorganisms, often overlooked, cause diseases yet yield antibiotics, medicines, ecosystem services, agricultural benefits, bioremediation, and models for biological processes. At York, apply biology to health, food, and environmental sectors. Options include a year in industry or abroad. The Department of Biology offers modern laboratories for practicals and projects, plus state-of-the-art computing facilities.