My experience of Industrial Biotechnology at the University of Iceland was both interesting and exciting. I have a background in pharmacy but a passion for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. In this study I was able to merge both and pack my schedule with courses that interested me personally. The courses are both academic and practical, with a great emphasis being placed on real life applicability of what is being taught. Having a small class also allowed us to get to know our professors on a more personal level which I consider valuable for future endeavours.

Biotechnology is an interesting, exciting, and diverse profession, with great career opportunities in many fields after graduation. The master's program includes a mix of biology and technology/engineering, giving students many exciting possibilities for specialization. Developments in production, environmental protection, cultivation, and innovation are increasingly moving towards biotechnology. The program has raised my expectations and increased my interest in biotechnology.

I chose Industrial Biotechnology because there was a very wide range of courses available in this interdisciplinary study, along with mandatory courses that were fascinating to me. It was very special to be in the first group of a new study program and to be able to develop the program further for those who come after. This study is in close collaboration with the private sector, so most of the students that hva graduated from the program have already been given careers opportunities with the companies that work in the field of Biotechnology.