Biotechnology MSc

Research in biotechnology offers new solutions for humankind's many medical, veterinary, agricultural, and environmental challenges in the 21st century.

This course will focus on developing your laboratory-based research skills in a biotechnological area of your choice while equipping you for a future academic or industry-based career. Our lecturers have specialist knowledge and research experience in environmental, microbial, plant, and animal (including human) biotechnology, and you will also be taught by visiting lecturers who are leaders in their respective fields.

Why study this course with us?

You will take six taught but research-focused modules that aim to equip you with key theoretical and practical skills and introduce you to examples of current and future applications of biotechnology. You will then select a laboratory-based research topic that interests you with a supervisor of your choice. In certain cases, this may involve collaboration with industrial partners.

The emphasis in the course will be on applied biotechnology and problem-solving and will therefore involve the development of key skills that are in demand in the biotechnology sector. Consequently, upon completing the course, you will be equipped for a future career in academic research and various biotechnology industries.

A 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline together with preparedness to study and formal interview is required. A 3rd honours degree may be mitigated by experience. Advanced standing must be agreed before enrolment.

English Language Requirements

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