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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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