The honours degree offers basic training in research and introduces advanced areas of study in biotechnology. This course provides students with a unique opportunity to undertake original research and gain in-depth knowledge in a particular field of biotechnology. Honours students have access to staff that are leading researchers and experts in their field. Undertaking an honours course allows students to explore their research potential and develop research skills. Honours also provides a pathway for students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at masters and PhD level, and enhances graduate's career and study options.

Career options include biotechnological research, development and production positions in agricultural, biomedical, chemical, communications, energy, environmental, manufacturing, medical and pharmaceutical companies. Graduates can innovate, invent or research biotechnological science or start their own company to capitalise on their ideas.