B.S. in Biotechnology Engineering
Unlock the Science of Tomorrow
From the very first semester, you’ll be part of an environment where biology, genetic engineering, biochemistry, processes, and bioinformatics converge to transform global challenges into real solutions. Here, you’ll learn to design bioprocesses, optimize biological systems, and develop products that impact sectors like health, food, environment, and energy—with an ethical and sustainable focus.
Your career at Tec
Program Curriculum
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"At Tec’s School of Engineering and Sciences, we train engineers and scientists passionate about applying technology, science, and innovation to transform the world. Our students develop creative solutions to today’s challenges and positively impact diverse sectors. We offer opportunities to enhance your skills, a valuable networking community, and a focus on research, leadership, and technological development. Beyond academic excellence, we promote human skills and entrepreneurship, preparing leaders capable of facing modern challenges."
— Feniosky Avelhermi Pena-Mora, Dean of the School of Engineering and Sciences
Biotechnology Engineering at Tec
Learn Through an Integrated Experience
Explore the foundations of biotechnology: biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Work on real-world challenges from the start and develop key skills in life sciences, ethical thinking, and leadership.
Deepen your knowledge in molecular biology, genetic engineering, cell culture, bioreactors, bioinformatics, and biofactory synthesis. Participate in projects with social and industrial impact while choosing concentrations to strengthen your profile.
Engage in immersive experiences such as national and international internships, biotech ventures, industry placements, or advanced research. Conclude with a capstone project that connects science, innovation, and purpose.
Collaborate with:
Thanks to our partnerships with world-class universities in more than 48 countries, you can study, travel, and collaborate in international experiences that prepare you to lead with global impact.
- The University of British Columbia (Canada)
- Columbia University (New York)
- The University of Sydney (Australia)
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong (China)
- Monash University (Australia)
- Algorithmic Thinking
- Biology and Sustainability
- Differential and Integral Calculus
- Elective Course Mathematics and Science
- Induction to the Social Service
- Innovative Perspectives in Engineering
- Tec Week Elective I
- The Laws of Motion and Conservation
- Academic English
- Chemistry Fundamentals
- Elective Course Humanities and Fine Arts
- Exploration Topic
- Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
- Linear Algebra
- Multivariable Calculus
- Statistics and Data Handling
- Tec Week Elective II
- Tec Week Elective III
- Biomolecules and Metabolism
- Differential Equations
- Elective Course Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Fundamentals of Microbiology and Cell Biology
- Fundamentals of Organic Compounds
- Mass and Energy Balances
- Numerical Methods
- Tec Week Elective IV
- Tec Week Elective V
- Biotechnological Products
- Disciplinary Tec week
- Elective Course Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Enzymology and Biocatalysis
- Experimental Design and Analysis in Bioprocesses
- In Vitro Culture
- Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering
- Tec Week Elective VI
- Bioprocess Analysis
- Elective Course Ethics and Citizenship
- Genetics and Molecular Diagnostics
- Professional Life Planning
- Synthesis of Biofactories
- Tec Week Elective VII
- Transport Phenomena in Bioprocess
- Applications in Bioinformatics
- Bioentrepreneurship Design and Evaluation
- Bioreactors
- Bioseparations
- Metabolic Engineering and Omic Technologies
- Tec Week Elective IX
- Tec Week Elective VIII
- Professional Elective I
- Professional Elective II
- Professional Elective III
- Professional Elective IV
- Professional Elective V
- Professional Elective VI
- Tec Week Elective X
- Tec Week Elective XI
- Biotechnology Innovation Project
- Elective Multidisciplinary Professional
- Strategies and Guides for the Final Degree Exam
- Tec Week Elective XII
The courses in the curriculum are subject to change without prior notice. To view the most up-to-date version, please check this page.
Broaden Your Profile with Tec Concentrations
Specialize in key areas of your career and add distinctive value to your education: deepen your expertise with disciplinary concentrations or broaden your profile with complementary skills through transversal concentrations.
Disciplinary
- Bio-entrepreneurship and circular economy
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Functional genomics and synthetic biology
- Food innovation and development
- Biological mechanisms of disease
- Development of new chemical and biotechnological products
- Sustainable water use
Cross-disciplinary
- Data analytics and artificial intelligence tools
- Quality of life and well-being
- Mexican culture
- Design, innovation, and technological entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship in action
- Family business, sustainability, and legacy
- Government and public transformation
- Social innovation
- Conscious business
- Financial vision for decision-making
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