Advanced Research Methods for the Biotechnologist
Ulster UniversityColeraine, United Kingdom
Course overview
To equip students with a critical understanding of the underlying principles of advanced, technically challenging research methods in biotechnology.
Key highlights
- Critical understanding of principles behind advanced biotechnology research methods
- Focus on technically challenging research techniques in biotechnology
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the minimum English entrance requirements of the University and will need to provide recent evidence of this (certified within the last two years). | Most of our courses require a minimum English level of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score under 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement. Additional information on English language requirements for admission at Ulster University, is available at - www.ulster.ac.uk/global/apply/english-language-requirements
Scholarships
Creative Industries and Communication Scholarship
£2,200 scholarship applied as discount to your tuition fee. In addition to the £2,000 international postgraduate scholarship.
Up to £2,200GREAT Scholarship
We are offering £10,000 towards tuition fees for one-year Masters programmes (excluding eLearning) to students from from a range of countries, who will enrol into UK higher education institutions in the 2026-27 academic year.
Up to £10,000International Postgraduate Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship applied as a discount to your tuition fee.
Up to £2,000Law and Criminology Scholarship
£2,200 scholarship applied as discount to your tuition fee. In addition to the £2,000 international postgraduate scholarship.
Up to £2,200Study Abroad Scholarship
10% international tuition fee discount.
Up to 10% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Biotechnologist
- Research scientist
- Laboratory scientist
- Research technician
- Bioprocess scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £7,240 | International: £18,310
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 Ulster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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