Academics
Biotech program trains future workforce
The UAB biotechnology graduate program trains students in the science and business aspects of the field in which jobs are growing at a rate of 14.4 percent compared to 4.3 percent in other industries. More highly qualified graduates are needed to fill these well-paying jobs, and UAB’s program is attracting them; both classes in the program’s first two years enrolled the maximum 20 students.
More information is available on the School of Health Professions website at www.uab.edu/biotech.