Master of Biotechnology (BTP)
The program aims to train scientists in scientific and business skills to advance biotechnology in alignment with Vision 2030 and the Saudi Biotechnology Strategy, positioning Saudi Arabia as a leader in the global biotechnology community.
Program Mission:
To graduate distinguished biotechnology professionals equipped with advanced scientific knowledge, engineering and research competencies, and business acumen; committed to contribute to the Saudi Biotechnology Strategy, and promoting community engagement, ethical leadership, and lifelong learning.
Program Goals:
To graduate biotechnologists who:
● Conduct pioneering, cutting-edge biotechnology research with global impact, leveraging hands-on experience and advanced tools, including AI.
● Contribute to the commercialization of ideas and products by applying engineering expertise, business acumen, collaboration, entrepreneurship, and knowledge of regulatory sciences.
● Apply strong quantitative and computational skills to effectively address scientific, bioengineering, health, and business challenges.
● Engage with the community and uphold the highest ethical standards while ensuring compliance with biosafety and regulatory practices.
Admission Requirements:
● Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in biotechnology or a related field, including biological sciences, biomedical engineering, biochemistry, medical sciences, pharmacy, medicine, dentistry, health-related disciplines, or any scientific field relevant to biotechnology.
● A minimum GPA of 3.75/5.00 for applicants
● Minimum English proficiency scores: IELTS (6) or equivalent
● Employer approval for full-time study
● Submission of the online application form and successful completion of a personal interview.
● Admission is based on overall evaluation and seat availability.
Program Curriculum:
* Total Credit Hours: 42
* Required & Elective Courses: 30 Credit Hours
* Thesis: 12 Credit Hours
Program Curriculum
YEAR 1 |
First Semester | Second Semester |
PBTP-501 | Biological Data Science
| 3 (3+0) | PBTP-511 | Advances in Biotechnology | 3 (3+0) |
PBTP-502 | Biological Foundations of Biotechnology | 3 (3+0) | PHRD-607 | Molecular Modeling and Computational Chemistry | 3 (3+0) |
PBTP-503 | Biotechnology Professional Skills | 2 (2+0) | PBTP-512 | Engineering Management | 2 (2+0) |
PBTP-504 | Principles of Biostatistics | 3 (2+1) | PBTP-513 | Biotechnology Methodology | 2 (1+1) |
PBTP-505 | Biotechnology Business Competencies | 2 (2+0) | PBTP-514 | Research Proposal | 1(1+0) |
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| Elective - one of: |
(3+0) |
Total |
| 13 | Total |
| 14 |
Year 2 |
First Semester | Second Semester |
PBTP-601 | Master’s Thesis Research | 12 (0-12) |
| Elective - one of: | 3 |
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Total |
| 3 |
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| 12 |
Program total | 42 |
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Contact:
| COSHP-BIOTECH@ksau-hs.edu.sa |