Program Overview
The Biotechnology at Catholic University of America is a MSc programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biotechnology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 42,850 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Drugs and pharmaceuticals: Traditionally, chemistry has been the means by which new medicines have been isolated or synthesized.
- Agricultural feedstock and chemicals: By manipulating plant genomes, biotechnologists can create new breeds of crops. Through the transfer of specific genes, for example, scientists can create plants with enhanced characteristics such as self-fertilization, resistance to drought or disease, and enhanced nutritional value.
- Research, testing, and medical laboratories: Biotechnology research is growing more complicated through genomics, proteomics, and metabiomics.
- Environmental applications: One of the earliest applications of biotechnology involved the genetic engineering of microbes to feed on petroleum products.
- Medical devices and equipment: Biotechnology makes use of macromolecules that can very precisely recognize certain biological materials.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Graduate Application
- Statement of Purpose
- Contact information for three recommenders
- Unofficial transcripts (all undergraduate level or higher courses).
IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to expedite the processing and evaluation of admissions, unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, final, official transcripts and documentation of degree conferral are expected to be submitted as soon as possible.
- GRE or other test scores must be sent directly to the Catholic University Office of Graduate Admission from the testing service. Do not attach to the online application.
Attach original copies in the native language and translated forms of the following:
- grade reports
- certificates
- transcripts
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 42,850 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 42,850 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Catholic University of America directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Catholic University of America
Catholic University of America
Washington, United States
TheCatholic University of America(CUA) is aprivateCatholicresearch universityinWashington, D.C., United States. It is one of twopontifical universitiesof theCatholic Church in the United States–...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Jul, 2027
- Language English
