Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience and other qualifications may be taken into consideration for applicants not meeting this requirement.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Overview

Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology.

With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub and Portsmouth ranked third of all modern post-92 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to study our Master’s in Biotechnology.

You’ll develop your understanding of molecular tools that are used to solve global issues, including the exploration of genetic engineering, bioinformatics, online biological databases, and tailor your studies and experiments to the areas of biotechnology that match your interests.

When you graduate, you’ll be in a strong position to succeed in many fields from industry and academia to research and development – with the opportunity to specialise later in your career.

Course highlights

- Prepare to work in industry, or academic environments, choosing subjects that match your aspirations
- Unpack a practical and a theoretical understanding of the molecular techniques used in the biotechnology sector
- Develop your practical skills using professional research equipment in the University's complex of over 30 laboratories
- Benefit from our world-renowned Centre for Enzyme Innovation where we're researching solutions to some of the most pressing global environmental problems
- Study modules in entrepreneurship, bioinformatics, and genetic engineering
- Access opportunities to build your business ideas through our Student start-up and Entrepreneurs in Residence

Careers and opportunities

This Master’s degree will help you to specialise in biotechnology and build your career in a variety of companies, including innovative start-ups and global corporations. You could also decide to start your own business, which we can support you with.

Once you graduate from this MSc Biotechnology degree, you’ll have a broad understanding of the ongoing development of life-improving technologies, strategies, and products used in the biotechnology sector. You'll have the practical skills to operate successfully in this pioneering field, or you could proceed to a research degree.

Graduates of this course have gone into roles such as:

- research scientist
- business associate
- sales representative
- forensic interpretations team leader
- molecular pathologist
- bone densitometry technician
- data analyst
- clinical trials assistant
- account executive

Graduates of this course have gone on to work for companies such as:

Cellmark Ltd
Portsmouth Trust NHS
Publicis Health
Eli Lilly

Career planning

During your course you'll have expert career support from your tutors and our Careers and Employability Centre – which you can access for up to 5 years after you graduate.

You'll benefit from:

Networking events
Applied projects with employers
1-to-1 appointments
CV and cover letter advice
Interview preparation and practice
Workshops to enhance your employability skills
Recruitment events including the Student and Graduate Opportunities Fair
Support starting your own business

Fees and funding

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/masters-and-postgraduate-taught/fees-and-funding

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

MSc
full time
12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
part time
24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name: University Admissions Centre
Email: admissions@port.ac.uk

Phone: 023 9284 5566

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