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College of Health ScienceDepartment of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology

  • LocationSeunghak Campus College of Natural Resources and Life Science and College of Health Sciences S09-0201
  • Tel051-200-7561

Dept. of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology

Introducing our department.

Department of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology is a convergence of medicine and biotechnology to develop synthetic drugs and biopharmaceuticals. Based on biotechnology, which is the core discipline of the bio-industry, and basic medicine, which is the basic discipline of the bio-health industry, the department aims to contribute to the development of the country and the local economy by fostering specialized talents in medicine through theoretical studies, laboratory and field studies, and systematic and scientific practical training in related disciplines.

In particular, the Department of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology aims to become a leading department in the field of medicine through characterization research and education on pharmaceutical materials that are directly or indirectly related to health, from synthetic new drugs to high-tech new drugs, in preparation for an accelerating aging society.

Educational Goals

The goals of the Department of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology are to acquire knowledge of basic science, acquire skills in drug development and biotechnology, strengthen research and problem-solving skills, develop ethical and social responsibility, and enhance communication and collaboration skills.

Introducing Our Department's Distinctive Programs

Distinctive Program

  • Practicum at a pharmaceutical companyDuring the summer and winter vacations, students experience on-the-job training and internships at pharmaceutical companies in Busan, such as Binex and Daewoo Pharmaceutical. You can cultivate more professional skills through continuous field experiences in various facilities.
  • Open Lab OperationWe operate open lab tours to introduce students to the research areas of our graduate labs, including the Tumor Immunooncology Lab, Nanotoxicology Lab, Antiviral Lab, Neuroimmunology Lab, and Molecular Pharmacology Lab, and to help them decide on their careers as researchers.

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Career and employment after graduation

Key Licenses and Certifications Obtained

  • Engineer Chemical Analysis
  • Engineer Bioprocess
  • Laboratory Animal Technician

Career Paths After Graduation

Researcher/Scientist
  • Conduct research to develop new synthetic drugs, develop biopharmaceutical technologies, manipulate genes, etc.
Pharmaceutical Company
  • Work on drug development, production, quality control, and abnormality testing, and participate in drug marketing, technical support, and new drug development strategies.
Bio company
  • Participate in bioproduct development, production, research, etc.
Government organizations and research institutes
  • Conduct policy research, safety evaluation, and regulatory affairs related to pharmaceuticals.
Start-up
  • Establish a startup company based on a new drug, bioproduct, or technology and operate your own business. In addition, you can pursue a master's or doctoral degree from a medical or life science graduate school, study abroad to gain experience in the field of medicinal biotechnology in various countries, and choose an international career path.

Employment cases

Graduation in 2022
  • Samil Pharmaceutical, Daewoo Pharmaceutical, Binex, Medy-Tox, MedicBioNK, Felix Technology, MNCL, Daon Chemical, K-move, Daehan Polymer, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, LG Innotek, DukpoYh
Graduation in 2021
  • Hanmi Pharm, Binex, OrganoidSciences, M-Hub, Samwon General Construction
Graduation in 2020
  • GC Pharma, Quratis, Neumed, Arlico Pharmaceutical, Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, Busan Metropolitan City Office of Education

What Kind of Students Does Our Department Want?

While the types of people we look for in Health Science, Medical Biotechnology can vary, we generally value the following traits and competencies.

  • Scientific knowledge and understanding : Health Science, Medical Biotechnology is scientifically based and involves drug development and research in the field of biotechnology. Therefore, it requires people with scientific knowledge and understanding. Understanding and academic knowledge of basic scientific fields such as biology, life science, chemistry, genetics, etc. are required.
  • Problem-solving skills : The field of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology requires solving various challenges and problems. It requires logical thinking and the ability to analyze and solve complex scientific problems. The ability to come up with creative solutions to new challenges and problems is also important.
  • Experimentation and research experience : Experimentation and research play a key role in Health Science, Medical Biotechnology, and candidates with experience in experimentation and research may be preferred. You should have the ability to understand and apply experimental design, data analysis, research methodology, etc.
  • Collaboration and communication skills : The field of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology requires collaboration with a wide range of specialists, so it is important to be able to work well with team members and communicate well. The ability to effectively manage projects and deliver results is also required.
  • Ethical awareness and responsibility : There are various ethical considerations in the field of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology, such as the use of laboratory animals, human testing, and ethical issues. Therefore, talented people with ethical awareness and responsibility are required. It is necessary to understand and comply with ethics and safety in the process of research and development.

High school subjects related to the department

학과 관련 고교 교과목 체크표로 국어, 영어, 수학, 사회, 과학 정보제공
Korean language English Math Social Studies Science

Departmental FAQsFeel Free to Ask Anything

  • Q

    How can I qualify to develop drugs after graduation?

    To develop drugs, you need to be a researcher, and to be a researcher, you need to have a master's or doctoral degree. Therefore, you need to go to graduate school.

  • Q

    What are the subjects related to Health Science, Medical Biotechnology?

    Most of the subjects are related to biotechnology, but you will also learn chemistry, so the better your understanding of life and chemistry, the better.

  • Q

    What kind of person does the Department of Health Science, Medical Biotechnology want?

    Students who are interested in biotechnology and new drug development, and who have a strong sense of inquiry because there are experimental classes in the curriculum.

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  • Department inquiry 051-200-7561
  • Advising professor Seok Ho Kim, 051-200-7564, cvaccine@dau.ac.kr