BSc. Agricultural Biotechnology
University of Cape Coast · College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences
Will you get in?
You will need better than the minimum pass grades for this level. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at University of Cape Coast you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyAgricultural biotechnology applies biological science to improve crops, livestock and food production. This degree at UCC, in the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, is competitive to enter and suits students from Agriculture or General Science backgrounds.
What agricultural biotechnology covers
Programmes of this kind usually combine biology, genetics, plant and animal science with laboratory techniques. You learn how to use biotechnology to improve crop yields, resist pests and diseases, and develop sustainable farming methods. The degree builds practical skills in molecular biology, tissue culture, genetic analysis and bioinformatics.
How competitive a place is
Entry is competitive, which means your WASSCE results need to be strong. The college considers students from Agriculture and General Science backgrounds. To know whether your grades meet the standard, check the specific entry requirements for the programme or contact the university.
What you can do after graduation
Graduates work in agricultural research, biotech companies, seed and agrochemical firms, food processing, environmental conservation and more. Many go into laboratories or pursue further study in biotechnology, genetics or plant breeding.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
- Agriculture
- General Science
Aggregate needed
University of Cape Coast publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Where graduates work
- Agricultural researcher
- Biotechnologist
- Plant breeder
- Quality control analyst
- Food scientist
- Environmental consultant