Horizon Campus offers top ranked International Biotechnology Programmes

Horizon Campus with a reputation of being a forerunner in higher education industry in bringing high ranking degrees to the country has formed an affiliation with Nilai University in Malaysia which is well recognised in the field of biotechnology, to offer excellent Diploma and Degree programmes in Biotechnology with a global acceptance. 

Multidisciplinary approach

Offering employment opportunities in the areas of planning, production and management of bio-processing industries as well as research in a range of multinationals , the government as well as the corporate sector, that include industries engaged in processing and developing agricultural and biological products, bio-processing and food industries, pharmaceutical and chemical industries, industries producing healthcare products, textile and, cosmetics industry and organisations engaged in industrial research and development, Horizon offers two key degrees that comprise of The Diploma in Biotechnology and the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biotechnology and The Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biotechnology.

The Diploma in Biotechnology and the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biotechnology: This programme covers a comprehensive range of Biotechnology subjects , management studies and soft skill development, designed to meet the competitive international and local job market needs that prepares students with skills and know-how on new biological processes of commercial importance in a diverse range of industries such as pharmaceutical, agricultural, industrial, forensic and healthcare sectors.

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biotechnology is an innovative multi-disciplinary degree that has been developed with inputs from key industry players and academicians and features biotechnology modules coupled with electives in business, communications, marketing and accounting.

Both programmes offer a comprehensive exploration of basic science, applied science, and lab science, with an industry focus. Faculties from Nilai University visit Horizon Campus regularly to exchange views and accredit the academic work to ensure the high quality and international standards of the programs.

Dr. Ng Shee Ping (Senior Lecturer – Nilai University Malaysia), during her visit to Horizon Campus stated “our degrees encompasses the applications of biochemistry, molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, cell culture techniques, marine and environmental biotechnology and others for the development of new products. It prepares students to engage in research, lead lab teams, make development and planning decisions, create and apply research modalities to large projects, and take the reins of management and marketing decisions. The majority of our graduates go immediately into the job market as the degree consists of many transferable skills making them suitable candidates for a wide variety of careers such as research science positions in laboratories applying biotechnology to problems in medicine and the health care industries, careers in regulation of drug approval, the agricultural and industrial sectors and the environment and forensics industry.”

Empowerment, integrity and innovation – Outlining his vision: Upul Daranagama, Chairman of Horizon Campus, stated: “With indications of an exponential growth in this sphere, resulting in employment opportunities for well-qualified personnel in this industry being immense , we felt it was the perfect time to prepare our students in Sri Lanka to gain internationally recognised qualifications in this area and equip them with the knowledge and expertise they need to play a key role in this exciting industry. Our decision to affiliate with Nilai University was based on it being one of the top most universities in Biotechnology with the degrees being highly regarded by employers and the industry.”