Next Biosciences is passionate about impacting people’s health with science.
We believe in empowering the budding scientists of today, by fueling their passion for biotechnology and cultivating our future scientists and leaders for tomorrow.
Week in Biotech Entrepreneurial programme
Date: 29 June to 3 July 2026
Join us for an interactive week in biotechnology at our laboratory in Midrand, Johannesburg. You will learn about the science and commercial application of cutting-edge biotechnology, with an entrepreneurial edge. From Stem Cells, to Genetics, to Biologics, we have a collaborative week full of practical exposure to expand your understanding of the application of science in the real world. The week will culminate in a Dragon’s Den simulation, where you willl have the opportunity to pitch your start-up idea to a panel of experts.
Are you a passionate young scientist wanting to learn more about biotechnology breakthroughs?
Applications are open to both local and international undergraduate candidates.
The programme is fully funded, however travel and accommodation will be for your own expense. The Week in Bio is held at our offices in Midrand, Johannesburg.
Places are limited to 20 participants.
Student Open Days
Join us for an inspiring career-guiding, fun-filled day at Next Biosciences. This is an opportunity to learn about the work that we do here, visit our laboratories, engage with our scientists and gain a better understanding of the different career paths ahead of you.
A day in the life of a scientist! Join us for an inspiring, career-guiding, fun-filled day at Next Biosciences.
High School students have the opportunity to hear from each division in the company, from stem cells banking to genetic testing, to the manufacturing of biological products as well has get a tour of our laboratories. Discover the world of possibilities with science and biotechnology!
With this little bit of exposure to real-life science, Next Biosciences hopes to empower these budding scientists by fuelling their passion for biotechnology and cultivating our future scientists and leaders for tomorrow.
Date: Held numerous times during the year
Ages between 16-18
Student Testimonials
Week in Bio
The part I enjoyed the most would probably be the networking. I got to meet a lot of interesting people, whose positive vibes really rubbed off on me. It was interesting to listen to others, and see how they think, which will be beneficial to broadening how I think. Student Open Day The part I enjoyed the most would probably be the networking. I got to meet a lot of interesting people, whose positive vibes really rubbed off on me. It was interesting to listen to others, and see how they think, which will be beneficial to broadening how I think. What I took away from this is that you don’t have to be fixed to one thing, it doesn’t matter where you start out, its okay to not have a plan, its okay to make mistakes; in the end it will all work out as long as you put the work in. I would recommend people joining this program because it really opens your mind. It helps you learn a lot about business, innovation, inventions and how to carry yourself in business.
Teboho Molapisi
Week in Bio
The most impactful thing about the Week in Bio was the guest speakers, and how they basically transformed their degrees into businesses that are actually impacting peoples lives.
Farzana Mohamed