MSc Biotechnology
Course overview
The MSc Biotechnology at the University of Bedfordshire will give you the core knowledge and skills in molecular and microbiological techniques, as well as computational biology. In the main areas of study, you will learn how to analyse and change DNA, RNA, and protein using molecular biology techniques.
In this course, you will also be introduced to the concepts and principles of biomaterials used to treat human disease and injury. This unit will expose you to health issues related to artificial organs, plastic surgery, implants, and bone reconstructions. You will examine the biological and clinical problems involved in these processes, with a focus on how the body might reject them.
You will complete a Biotechnology Research Project. This will allow you to do your own significant piece of research, which you will then present professionally. Throughout the MSc Biotechnology at the University of Bedfordshire, workshops and tutorials are used to help you develop your academic skills and prepare for assessments.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- To study this course, you need to have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a related subject.
English Proficiency:
- International students whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency through tests such as IELTS and TOEFL.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.
Up to 20% of feesPostgraduate Global Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.
Up to £3,000Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of an MSc in Biotechnology at the University of Bedfordshire are qualified for employment in roles such as the following:
- Biomedical Engineer
- Biochemist
- Research Scientist
- Clinical Technician
- Microbiologist
- Quality Control Analyst
Cost of study
The tuition fee to study the MSc Biotechnology at the University of Bedfordshire for the 2025/2026 academic session is £16,900.
Admission
To apply for this course, you have to use the online application link provided by the university. For assistance with the process, feel free to consult our counsellors at AHZ.
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