Medical Biotechnology from A to Z That Will Become the Key Future Discipline
Medical Biotechnology studies medical science-based convergence that integrates biomedical science and biotechnology. Therefore, students in the Medical Biotechnology Department learn the latest theories and technologies of medical biotechnology based on a deep understanding of life phenomena from the molecular level to the living group level. They also investigate the causes and mechanisms of disease and explore advanced biotechnology that is essential for the development of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention methods. To help students set an individual's career path, we provide educational programs, including (1) Basic biomedical science learning (2) Reinforcement of medical bio-employment competency (3) Advanced medical bio-specialized research, where they can receive intensive education by selecting an appropriate field. Theoretical education is conducted intensively using the latest overseas textbooks, and systematic experiments/practices are carried out individually or in small units using cutting-edge educational equipment and facilities.
The department aims to foster high-quality professionals in the medical biotechnology industry through integrated education of basic biomedical science to understand the essence of life phenomena and applied biotechnology to apply it to the health care industry. To this end, we provide customized education to nurture professional researchers as well as practical personnel in the medical-bio field by reinforcing biomedical science education and teaching cutting-edge biotechnology with students.
Students can acquire various certifications related to biotechnology (biological engineering engineer, laboratory animal engineer, etc.).
First of all, graduates can join Korean and foreign conglomerates, mid-sized companies, and promising venture companies in various fields such as advanced medical biotechnology, biopharmaceuticals, and life industries. The knowledge and skills necessary for field-oriented education to enhance job competency can be fully acquired through customized courses in our department. Also, the latest experimental and on-the-job curriculum allows students to participate in cutting-edge biotechnology research and development. Graduates can work as researchers or developers in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, government-funded research institutes related to medical biotechnology, national and public research institutes, quarantine agencies, and private enterprise research institutes. They can also get more professional research opportunities by going on to graduate schools in the field of life sciences, including the Soonchunhyang Medical Life Research Institute (SIMS).