
Middle East University has announced the introduction of the Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology major at the Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences for the second semester of the academic year 2024-2025.
This major has been designed to equip students with the necessary skills to analyze and address complex scientific challenges in innovative ways, thereby enhancing their capacity to lead positive change in multiple vital sectors, including health, food security, and environmental sustainability.
The launch of this cutting-edge programme comes in response to significant advancements in biomedicine, genetic engineering, and sustainability, highlighting the university’s commitment to aligning its academic offerings with global scientific progress.
The programme’s primary objective is to supply the Jordanian and regional markets with highly skilled professionals capable of driving innovation in areas such as the development of advanced biopharmaceuticals, the enhancement of agricultural crop production through genetic engineering, and the creation of environmentally sustainable materials that contribute to achieving sustainable development goals.
Moreover, the programme aims to reinforce Jordan’s position as a regional hub for scientific research and entrepreneurship in the field of applied biological sciences.