Biology: Biotechnology (B.S.) | Majors & Degrees

What is Biotechnology?

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The biotechnology emphasis at BYU-Idaho prepares you to build solutions for today’s problems. A biology degree will equip you with everything you need to know about biology, but with a biotechnology emphasis, you will pair that with a deeper study of organic chemistry, plant pathology, bioinformatics, and more.

With the Biology: Biotechnology major, you can go on to study:

Genetics
Molecular biology
Cellular biology
Biochemistry
Physiology
Medicine

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Develop practical and technical skills through courses in genetics, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, physiology, laboratory techniques, and biotechnology applications to prepare for research, graduate studies, or careers as biotechnology technicians and pre-professional medical pathways.

Biology of Microorganisms

October 29, 2025 09:38 AM

BIO 321

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Organic Chemistry I

October 29, 2025 09:39 AM

CHEM 351

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Cell and Molecular Biology

October 27, 2025 09:39 AM

BIO 376

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Bioinformatics

October 27, 2025 09:40 AM

BIO 382

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Immunology

October 29, 2025 09:43 AM

BIO 410

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Medical Microbiology

October 29, 2025 09:44 AM

BIO 411

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Virology

October 29, 2025 09:45 AM

BIO 412

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Crop Physiology

October 29, 2025 09:41 AM

AGRON 440

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Salary Outlook for BYUI Graduates

Explore earnings data for BYU-Idaho students who graduated in biology-related fields.

1 year

$31,422

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5 years

$62,446

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10 years

$106,080

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Career Possibilities for Biotechnology

Graduates with a degree in Biology, with an emphasis in Biotechnology, have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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Dive Deeper Into Biotechnology

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Industry Insights

Biotech in Your Daily Life

July 02, 2026 12:51 PM

Uncover how biotechnology contributes to familiar products and services, from medicines and food production to environmental solutions.

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Find the Right Fit

Biotechnology vs Biomedical Engineering: Which Path is Right for You?

July 02, 2026 01:07 PM

Compare biotechnology’s biological focus with biomedical engineering’s emphasis on design, technology, and problem-solving.

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Career Possibilities

What Skills Do I Need for Biotechnology?

July 02, 2026 01:17 PM

Learn how laboratory technique, data analysis, scientific communication, and problem-solving support biotechnology careers.

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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Biology

Our curriculum empowers you to use AI as a powerful scientific ally, teaching you to design experiments, interpret complex data, and solve biological challenges with ethical precision. You will graduate as a tech-savvy scientist, prepared to use emerging technologies to ask better questions and lead with rigor in an evolving professional landscape.

Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness

AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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