University of Kent

MSc Biotechnology and Bioengineering

University of Kent

Course overview

This exciting 1-year interdisciplinary MSc Biotechnology and Bioengineering at the University of Kent focuses on providing advanced academic training in the cellular and molecular processes that relate to the production of biomedicines for use in healthcare. This is coupled with extensive practical training in the design, production, and characterisation of biomolecules using state-of-the-art biotechnological and bioengineering analytical and molecular technologies.

 

In this MSc Biotechnology and Bioengineering from the University of Kent, students will acquire practical, academic, and applied skills in data analysis, systems and modelling approaches, and bioinformatics, together with transferable skills in scientific writing, presentation, and public affairs. On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to integrate these skills to develop novel solutions to modern biotechnological issues from both academic and industrial perspectives.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

 

  • International students are required to have a minimum of a 2.2 degree or equivalent in biosciences, biotechnology, biomedical/biochemical engineering, or a related subject.

 

English Language Requirements:

 

  • IELTS: International students are required to score 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

  • PTE Academic: International students are required to score 67 with a minimum of 59 in each sub-test.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

Careers for graduates of  MSc Biotechnology and Bioengineering from the University of Kent can include:

 

  • Biomedical Engineer

  • Medical scientist

  • Microbiologist

  • Medical technologist

  • Biochemist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students studying an MSc Biotechnology and Bioengineering at the University of Kent is £23,500 per year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university's online application portal. You can speak with one of our trained counsellors and learn more about this process.

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