An accelerated BS/MS Program encourages outstanding students in the BS Biotechnology undergraduate degree to obtain a Professional MS degree in Biotechnology in a shorter time at the University of Nevada, Reno.<br>For a field with roots stretching back centuries, biotechnology has exploded in recent decades. Today's biotechnologists merge biological processes with advanced technologies to attack some of the world's biggest challenges and often build exciting and dynamic careers along the way.<br>If you want to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry or other biotechnology-intensive industries, the bachelor's degree in biotechnology can open doors for you. It offers: Coursework and lab work that offer a solid foundation in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology and good lab practices (GLP) Small class sizes and access to specialized training and instrumentation (e.g. CRISPR genome editing, flow cytometry, Hamilton robotics) Research experience in an academic and/or industrial internship, which allows you to strengthen your understanding of experimental design, troubleshooting and data interpretation<br> A senior thesis and graduate portion that teaches you how to delve into scientific literature and learn more about the latest advances in biological sciences, Courses that include industry guest speakers and company tours in Reno/Sparks, Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area<br> Training in communication, job placement and professionalism