KNUST Bachelor BSc Agricultural Biotechnology Programme

KNUST Bachelor BSc Agricultural Biotechnology Programme

KNUST Bachelor BSc Agricultural Biotechnology Programme – This programme is offered at KNUST College of Agriculture and natural science .

What is Bachelor BSc Agricultural Biotechnology ?

The study of the degree course in B.Sc. (Agricultural Biotechnology) can be used to address problems in all areas of agricultural production and processing and improve upon the uses of biotechnology in crops, livestock, fisheries, and forestry .

KNUST Bachelor BSc Agricultural Biotechnology Entry Requirement

WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS

Credit passes in THREE (3) Elective Subjects including Chemistry, and any TWO (2) of the following Elective Subjects:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • General Agriculture
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Crop and Horticulture
  • Fisheries
  • Forestry

Diploma Holders

with Distinction from KNUST may be eligible to continue up to degree level
without a break. Other Diploma holders may be admitted after a minimum of TWO (2) Years Post Diploma field experience.

For (D), Mature Applicants with Certificate in Forestry must have attained the age of 25 years at the time of submitting the Application Forms and a minimum of TWO (2) Years post qualification experience in a related field of Natural Resources Management.

Additionally, Applicants must have Five (5) credits at O’ Level including English Language, Mathematics, and Three (3) of the following: Chemistry and Physics, Biology or Additional General Science or General Science.

OR
Credit passes in THREE (3) Electives including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Elective Mathematics or General Agriculture. Short-listed applicants must pass an interview.

‘A’ LEVEL APPLICANTS

FIVE (5) credits at the O’ Level or equivalent qualification including English Language and Mathematics.

PLUS

THREE passes at the A’ Level or equivalent including Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics and Biology or Agricultural Science.

MATURE APPLICANTS

Applicants must have attained the age of 25 years at the time of submitting the Application Forms.
EITHER
FIVE (5) credits at O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics,
OR
Applicants must have a Diploma from KNUST or from a recognized institution.

OR
Credits in WASSCE/SSSCE Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science), plus THREE (3) Electives in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Elective Mathematics or General Agriculture. Short-listed applicants must pass an interview.

Career Opportunities For BSc Agricultural Biotechnology

  • Agricultural and Food Science Technician.
  • Animal Technician.
  • Biofuel Technician.
  • Biomanufacturing Technician – Downstream.
  • Biomanufacturing Technician – Upstream.
  • Chemistry Quality Control Technician.
  • Clinical Research Associate.
  • Compliance Specialist.

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