Biotechnology with Data Analytics MSc
University of BedfordshireLuton campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Specifically designed for graduates without a background in computing, this two-year MSc prepares you to combine ground-breaking biological discoveries with data and IT skills to tackle some of our planet’s most urgent challenges. You study the technologies at the forefront of molecular, microbial and computational biology while gaining a solid foundation in data analytics. With employment-focused skill development, hands-on laboratory experience and opportunities for real-world research, you graduate ready to succeed in a range of roles within this rapidly progressing field.
Our Life Sciences Liaison Board works in close collaboration with industry-wide professionals such as Glaxo Smith Kline, Life Science Group, the NHS and GrowPura, providing you with invaluable opportunities for work experience and building contacts. Our faculty’s strong links to industry partners and active involvement in cutting-edge research and consultancy feeds directly into course delivery, ensuring you’re up-to-date with the latest advances in the field.
Key highlights
- Designed for graduates without a computing background
- Combines molecular, microbial and computational biology with data analytics
- Hands-on laboratory experience and real-world research opportunities
- Work experience links via board including GSK and the NHS
- Teaching informed by faculty research and industry consultancy
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include related area
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
Careers this course leads to
- Biotechnologist
- Bioinformatician
- Data analyst (life sciences)
- Research scientist
- Laboratory scientist
- Computational biologist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £13,000 per year | International: £20,900 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 University of Bedfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
Ready to start?
Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to your place.