On our Biotechnology MSc, you’ll learn how biological processes can be harnessed to create life-changing products and services. From healthcare to agriculture to renewable energy, biotechnology can change the world for the better. Our course will give you the knowledge and skills to make a difference in this exciting and rapidly growing sector.
A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in a relevant discipline, such as biotechnology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, biological sciences, chemistry, microbiology or pharmaceutical sciences.
Other relevant qualifications may be considered by the department on a case-by-case basis.
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The biotechnology industry is growing rapidly and there is high demand for skilled graduates, particularly in the UK which is a global leader in the field. As a graduate of this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to pursue a career in areas such as:
You may also wish to continue your studies by completing a PhD and preparing for a career in academia or industrial R&D.
100% of our biosciences masters graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA).
Semester 1
Compulsory
BIOPROCESSING AND BIOPROCESSES: FROM LAB TO INDUSTRY
THE COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL LANDSCAPE OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
Semester 2
Compulsory
CELL FACTORIES: FROM EXPLORATION TO EXPLOITATION
CURRENT AND FUTURE TRENDS IN INDUSTRIAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
Semester 1 & 2
Core
MSC RESEARCH PROJECT
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