Biotechnology

Short Profile

Begin where technology meets biology and chemistry, and join a community of graduates fascinated by biological systems through the Biotechnology offered by the University of Wroclaw. This programme will equip you with the skills and practical knowledge needed to combine the potential of designing simple experiments with advanced methodologies, creating a real impact on the development of healthcare, medicine, novel therapies, the bioproducts industry, as well as the agricultural and pharmaceutical sectors.The programme is designed to ensure that students engage in an intensive programme of practical training from the very beginning. This includes molecular biology, biochemistry, genetic engineering methods, animal or plant cell culture techniques, and bioinformatics, all delivered with close reference to current scientific trends and contemporary research literature.This programme is intended for applicants with a solid foundation in the natural sciences, such as biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics, as well as for biotechnology enthusiasts who wish to deepen their understanding of biological systems in order to address today’s environmental and societal challenges.

Course Content

The Biotechnology degree programme has been designed to equip students with skills in experimental planning, the interpretation of results, and their critical and professional analysis, taking into account findings reported in the scientific literature.

https://www.biotech.uni.wroc.pl/rekrutacja/information/?lang=en

Courses and modules you can expect:

• Basic laboratory techniques, 
• Structure and function of biomolecules, 
• Cell biology, 
• Techniques in molecular biology, 
• Genetics, 
• Microbiology, 
• Immunology, 
• Medical/Industrial biotechnology,  
• Biotechnology of pharmaceutics/
• Bioengineering, 
• Biochemical calculations

Career Prospects

The Biotechnology program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to future careers in the field of medical and industrial biotechnology, genetic engineering, molecular biology, bioinformatics, biopharmaceutical development and the management of research projects.

What Careers Could You Pursue after Completing this Programme?

• research scientist, 
• industrial/medical/agricultural biotechnologist, 
• project manager, 
• lab technician, 
• clinical medical representative, 
• science editor, 
• teacher 
• owner of biotechnological business

Admission Requirements

Main Requirements:

• Legalised High School graduation certificate or equivalent ( IB or EB diplomas - legalisation is not required )
• High School transcript of grades (legalisation is optional)
• NAWA Director's Individual Recognition Statement*
• Certificate confirming English language proficiency at B2 level (please add here hiperlink to our webiste: https://international.uni.wroc.pl/en/admission-full-degree-studies/english-language-requirements)
• Passport photocopy or ID card (EU candidates)
• Digital passport size photo
• CV
• Cover Letter

Additional Requirements: Online conducted oral exam*

* Mandatory if the high school certificate is issued in an educational system outside the EU/EFTA/OECD, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, Ukraine and China, and if it is not an IB or EB diploma or covered by an international agreement.

Please note: Conditional admission is possible without legalisation or the NAWA Director’'s Individual Recognition Statement.

Scope of entrance exam material and rules:

• Cell structure (structure and functions of cell organelles in eukaryotes; comparison between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells)
• Structure and biological function of biomolecules (sugars, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids)
• Basic processes of genetic information transmission (replication, transcription, and translation; genetic code)
• Basics of human physiology (blood composition and its role in the human body, human immune system, digestive enzymes)
• Main metabolic pathways of the cell (aerobic respiration, fermentation, photosynthesis, glycolysis, citric acid cycle, respiratory chain)
• Biotechnology – examples of applications in the pharmaceutical industry and agriculture
• Definitions of basic chemical concepts (Avogadro’s number, mole, molar quantity, mass, weight, viscosity, density, osmosis, diffusion, mass number, isotopes, pH)

Literature: Michael L. Cain, Lisa A. Urry, Steven A. Wasserman; Campbell Biology

Points scale: 0-20; Minimum points to pass: 10
The number of places available on the programme is limited.

Admission and contact information :

Admission system is open from 2nd February 2026 until 31st August 2026 via a link below:

www.international-applications.uni.wroc.pl

Admission Coordination Office at the Faculty of Biotechnology:

F.Joliot-Curie 14a
50-383 Wroclaw/Poland
study.biotech@uwr.edu.pl
+48 71 375 29 95

Admissions and Promotion Coordination Office
ul. Kuźnicza 34,
50-138 Wroclaw/Poland
study@uwr.edu.pl
+48 71 375 28 77