Help solve real world problems with advanced practical knowledge underpinning modern biotechnology and molecular genetic technologies. The aim of this programme is to train you in a broad range of topics including environmental biotechnology, synthetic biology, plant engineering, stem cell therapies and vaccine development.
2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in degree related Molecular Biosciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences and Life Sciences.
We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent), if higher scores have been achieved in the subjects listed above, or in other relevant modules.
Enjoy excellent career opportunities in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industrial sectors.
Many of our students follow a career path in:
Biomedical science
Biotechnology
Environmental management and agricultural sciences
Food technology
Pharmaceuticals
Other opportunities for biotechnologists also exist within:
Conservation
Forensic investigation
Government positions
Independent labs
Medical research
Scientific expert in media
Teaching
Core courses:
Biotechnology Applications
Biotechnology Project
Industrial and Environmental Microbiology
Molecular Research Skills
Recombinant Protein Expression
Synthetic Biology: Concepts and Applications
Optional courses:
Bio-Imaging for Research Scientists
Omic analyses for the biomedical sciences: from genomics to metabolomic
Plant Biotechnology
Technology Transfer and Commercialisation of Bioscience Research
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