MSc Biotechnology (with Entrepreneurship) – learn about the business opportunities of bringing innovations to a commercial market.

University of Bath – Biotechnology (with Entrepreneurship) – 1 year

Study our MSc Biotechnology (with Entrepreneurship). Explore this rapidly developing field of biotechnology and learn about the business opportunities of bringing innovations to a commercial market.

This course will give you an in-depth understanding of the molecular and cellular mechanisms of biological systems and how these can be applied to innovations tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. You’ll combine your skills and expertise in biotechnology with business and enterprise skills, developing an entrepreneurial mindset that can be applied to real-life biotechnology concepts.

Course highlights

• Study at a Top 10 University on a course designed in consultation with industry partners to give you the skills employers need.
• Gain extensive research, collaboration and practical experience by carrying out two separate research projects including working alongside a researcher from one of our world-class research groups in science or engineering.
• Access our dedicated postgraduate labs, giving you the laboratory exposure and specialist skills required by industry and academia.
• Get support from your dedicated Personal Tutor for the duration of the course and get help and support for course work from our friendly team of lecturers and researchers.

Study Details

MSc 1 year full-time

Career Opportunities

You’ll graduate with the specialist skills and knowledge desired by industry, ready for a career in research or roles outside of academia in bioscience, agriculture or environmental industries. You’ll also be suited for careers in non-lab settings such as legal, educational or entrepreneurial roles. 

Recent graduate roles include: bioanalytical scientist, data consultant and life science conference producer.

Entry requirements

To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in any biosciences, medical or biomedical-based subject, such as biosciences, medical, veterinary, biotechnology, life sciences, pharmacy or pharmacology, or in biochemical engineering or technology.

We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.

Hear about why our students wanted to study biotechnology and more about the course at Bath. 

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