BTech Biotechnology

Four-year biotechnology program integrating molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering, genetics, bioinformatics, cell culture, and industrial biotechnology to produce graduates capable of research, development, and bio-industry application.

Curriculum builds conceptual and laboratory competence across core biological sciences and engineering. Training spans microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, cell and developmental biology, enzymology, bioinformatics, bioprocess engineering, downstream processing, plant and animal biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, and industrial biotechnology. Electives allow targeted depth in genomics, proteomics, herbal science, cancer biology, molecular modelling, nutraceuticals, food science, or agricultural biotechnology. Program emphasizes research culture, lab-intensive coursework, biosafety, bioethics, and industry exposure through industrial training and a final research project.

Curricular structure (condensed table)

Features
• First biotechnology engineering program of its kind in Nepal.
• Integrates biology + engineering + computation.
• Strong laboratory orientation every semester.
• Industrial training embedded in curriculum.
• Diverse electives enabling domain specialization.
• Pathway toward R&D, bioindustry, healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sectors.
• Scholarships/education loans available for meritorious and economically disadvantaged students

Eligibility
• 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate and 50% in PCM or PCB.
• Or 2.4 GPA overall with C+ in PCM/PCB and minimum C in all subjects.
• Admission based on KU Undergraduate Admission Test + academic merit + interview.
• Formal admissions July–August (Fall intake).

Admission process (points)
• Ensure eligibility (50% PCM/PCB or 2.4 GPA).
• Sit for KU Undergraduate Admission Test covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics.
• Shortlisting based on entrance score + academic record.
• Attend interview.
• Final merit-based seat allocation.

Job prospects
• Biotechnology R&D
• Biopharmaceutical production
• Industrial bioprocessing and fermentation
• Food, beverage, nutraceutical and herbal industries
• Diagnostics and clinical laboratory development
• Agricultural and plant biotechnology firms
• Environmental biotechnology and waste-management agencies
• Forensic, biomarker, and therapeutic research
• Higher studies: MSc/PhD in biotechnology or specialized branches

Prospect careers
• Biotechnologist
• Molecular biology researcher
• Bioinformatics analyst
• Bioprocess/biochemical engineer
• Quality assurance and regulatory specialist
• Clinical research associate
• Plant/animal biotechnology specialist
• Environmental biotechnologist
• Product development scientist