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Biotechnology

Experimental seedling plants in traysBiotechnology is the use of micro-organisms, cells and cell products in the manufacturing and service industries. Its products and processes have led to advances in many areas of medicine, agriculture and commerce. It is at the forefront of present-day applied science and has the potential to solve some of the greatest problems facing the modern world, such as the energy crisis and pollution.

SQA offers qualifications at these levels:

Although they have been designed as free-standing Courses, they are particularly appropriate in a programme of study which includes biology or other sciences.

To access information on NQ subjects available in Biotechnology please use the links on the left hand side of this page