MSc Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
This course is designed to develop your autonomy, experimental planning and technical skills to enable you to generate and analyse experimental data, ready to lead innovation across the fast-moving biotechnology industry.
Throughout your masters you'll learn about diverse but complementary themes across molecular biology and biotechnology, with module choices available from the School of Biosciences and the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering. Lectures and seminars delivered by academic experts will give you a unique perspective on the cutting-edge techniques and collaborative research that’s happening in these areas.
You’ll receive extensive training in modern laboratory techniques including CRISPR genome editing, molecular cloning, organism handling, DNA sequence analysis, PCR, SDS-PAGE and western blotting.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Biotechnology is a rapidly developing area that’s heavily dependent upon molecular approaches, creating significant demand for graduates with strong experimental skills and knowledge of molecular bioscience and biochemical engineering.
The specialist training students receive on this course means our graduates are highly employable, with many working in biotechnology in roles including:
- Device Development Senior Associate, Pfizer
- Research Associate, Ortho Bio Therapeutics
- Research and Development Manager, EDX Medical
- Cell Scientist, Phytofrom
- Analytical Scientist, Oxford Biomedica
- Research Scientist in Enzyme Optimisation , Entropix Ltd
- Laboratory Assistant, Randox Clinical Laboratory Services
- Field Application Specialist, Genomax Technologies
Students have also gone on to PhD training in plant biotechnology, enzyme engineering, human health and disease, membrane protein biogenesis, and chemical engineering.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry requirements
- A 2:1 degree or equivalent university qualification in molecular biology or a related subject (eg biochemistry, genetics, biotechnology, and microbiology).
- We also accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies.
- Candidates with professional experience may also be considered the following the interview.
For More Information Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
31190 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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