MSc Biotechnology

... United Kingdom
... University of Salford

Course Overview

The revolution and rapid growth of biosciences, driven by advancements in genomics, applied immunology, and pharmaceutical therapies, is likely to increase in the post-COVID-19 era. Align your skills for career opportunities in this exciting field with our Biotechnology postgraduate degree.

Led by a research-active academic team, the course draws together developing and highly relevant topics, including molecular biology, proteomics, genomics, novel therapeutics and green (plant) biotechnology. You will explore how biotechnology can address a range of global challenges, including life expectancy, antibiotic resistance and sustainable agriculture.

Available with full and part-time study routes, the course provides you with opportunities to produce a robust scientific argument, and formulate and test hypotheses. You will develop science communication skills, analytical techniques and problem-solving approaches, as you prepare to be a next-generation scientist.

You will:

  • Understand how genetic modification and genome editing contribute to contemporary medical and commercial research

  • Learn about genome editing technology (CRISPR) and the possibility of adjusting the genome to achieve desired goals and overcome global health challenges

  • Strengthen your analytical ability, gain confidence in critical evaluation, and build competence in interpreting bioscience data

General Eligibility

Undergraduate degree

Applicants should possess at least a UK lower second class honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in bioscience, biochemistry, pharmacy medicine or related subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • An IELTS score of 6.0 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, however, we do accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Science


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Campus Name

The Crescent, Salford


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year, Part-time, 3 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

9630,

15750, (INT)


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Course Level

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Total Course Fee

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Entry Score

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Course Level

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Total Course Fee

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