Aston University

Biotechnology

Aston UniversityBirmingham, United Kingdom

Course overview

You'll learn a wide range of biotechnology topics including genetic engineering, biomedical technology, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical biotechnology and drug development, patent and intellectual property protection, industrial biotechnology, environmental and sustainable biotechnology.

Key highlights

  • Covers genetic engineering, biomedical technology and bioinformatics
  • Includes pharmaceutical biotechnology and drug development
  • Explores patent and intellectual property protection in biotechnology
  • Covers industrial, environmental and sustainable biotechnology

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent

Careers this course leads to

  • Biotechnologist
  • Research scientist
  • Bioinformatician
  • Bioprocess scientist
  • Pharmaceutical development scientist
  • Patent examiner

Cost of study

UK/Home: £12,500 per year | International: £24,800 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aston University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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