University of Bedfordshire

MSc Biotechnology

University of Bedfordshire

Course overview

With the MSc Biotechnology at the University of Bedfordshire, students gain the knowledge and skills to work in the modern molecular, microbial, and computational biology industry. During the course, students will study molecular biology techniques (DNA, RNA, and protein analysis), applied microbiology, analytical methods for complex mixtures, biomaterials, and their clinical applications. In their final stage, they will complete a biotechnology research project. These experiences produce professionals in pharmaceuticals, the health industries, the public sector, or academic research.

Teaching for this programme is delivered by a team of academics in modern STEM-building labs, state-of-the-art cell culture and analytical science suites, and industry-standard equipment like HPLC, FTIR, and protein analysis. This full-time master’s combines lectures, seminars, workshops, applied learning, and lab practicals. Assessment includes coursework, reports, case studies, presentations, and a final research-based project.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have a minimum of a 2:2 in a degree or its equivalent in another qualification.
  • Candidates who do not meet the minimum entry requirements may also apply if they possess relevant work experience.

English Proficiency:

  • International applicants whose first language is not English are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the language.
  • They must possess an IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each of the four components.

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 fees

  • Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.

    Up to £3,000

  • Postgraduate 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 the MSc Biotechnology from the University of Bedfordshire can work in roles such as the following:

  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Research Scientist (Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals)
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Bioprocessing Specialist
  • Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs Officer

Cost of study

The tuition fee to study the MSc Biotechnology at the University of Bedfordshire is £16,900.

Admission

Applications for this course typically go through the university’s website. For more information on the application process, our experienced counsellors are available to assist.

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