Chulalongkorn University

Bachelor in Biotechnology

Bangkok, Thailand Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Chulalongkorn University, founded in 1917 and located in central Bangkok, is Thailand's oldest and one of its most prestigious universities. Home to roughly 37,626 students, the university combines historic architecture with modern facilities across a compact urban campus. Its position in the capital offers direct access to Thailand's cultural institutions, government agencies, and a dynamic business environment, making it attractive for students seeking academic rigor in an international city.

The university offers a broad portfolio of programs—over a hundred specialties—covering the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine, and social sciences, with strong emphasis on research, professional training, and interdisciplinary study. Faculty frequently collaborate with industry and international partners, and many programs provide English-language options, exchange opportunities, and internships that help graduates enter regional and global job markets.

Student life at Chulalongkorn is lively and diverse, with numerous clubs, volunteer initiatives, and cultural events that welcome international students. Support services include orientation, language courses, and career counseling. Prospective international applicants should review program language requirements and scholarship options; living in Bangkok offers a stimulating, affordable base for study and professional growth while experiencing Thai culture and regional networks across Southeast Asia.

About the Program

The Bachelor in Biotechnology at Chulalongkorn University is a four-year program for students who want to study biotechnology in English. It helps students learn about biotechnology and its main advantages.

The curriculum includes subjects like genetics, biochemistry, and molecular biology. Students develop skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and research methods. They also get hands-on experience in biotechnology labs.

Graduates can work as research assistants, quality control specialists, or biotechnology technicians in industries like pharmaceuticals, food production, or environmental science. They can also work as science teachers or sales representatives for biotechnology companies.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 95% above the typical bachelor's in Thailand.

Median tuition for that cohort is 1,588 USD, across 146 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 4.0-5.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
0–31
PTE Academic
0–29
Duolingo
55–65
CEFR level
A2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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