Biotechnology is a swiftly growing industry. From the food grown at our farms to the medicine we buy and the ways we clean up the environment, biotechnology affects many facets of our daily lives. Major developments in the field occur every day, with many introduced by academic and professional communities before the greater public is even aware of industry advancements.<br><br>At the School of Engineering, you’ll join in these exciting discoveries. Course topics range from industrial application of enzymes and bio-polymer synthesis to modern drug design and the role of biotechnology in health care. The availability of various and varied electives enables you to specialize in selected biotechnology areas.<br><br>The program also includes Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering courses, both with labs. Students can further enhance their research and analytical skills by registering for a Guided Study course. Taking two such courses will enable students to complete a body of research work equivalent to a master's thesis (optional). Students can also take a business- or management-related course from Biotechnology and Entrepreneurship M.S. There are ample researchinternship opportunities available at NYU and NYC at large. For example, many Biotech M.S. students participate in research projects at the NYU Langone Medical Center, the world-renowned Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and other research institutions in the city. There are also internships in Biotech start-ups. All students can, of course, apply for summer internships at big pharmaceutical companies.