Abstract: Modern biotechnology and human life" is one of the core courses in our University. Its aim is to break the bulwark of the subjects and improve the biological quality of non-biological undergraduates. Based on general education, we explored its teaching reforms from different aspects, including teaching objectives, teaching contents, teaching methods and evaluation methods in view of its actual teaching conditions. The goal of stimulating students′ enthusiasm for learning and improving the quality of teaching was achieved by the curriculum reform. A valuable role in general education practice is expected. 

Key words: biotechnology, general education, teaching reform