Biotechnology
Aston UniversityBirmingham, United Kingdom
Course overview
You'll learn a wide range of biotechnology topics including genetic engineering, biomedical technology, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical biotechnology and drug development, patent and intellectual property protection, industrial biotechnology, environmental and sustainable biotechnology.
Key highlights
- Covers genetic engineering, biomedical technology and bioinformatics
- Includes pharmaceutical biotechnology and drug development
- Explores patent and intellectual property protection in biotechnology
- Covers industrial, environmental and sustainable biotechnology
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent
Careers this course leads to
- Biotechnologist
- Research scientist
- Bioinformatician
- Bioprocess scientist
- Pharmaceutical development scientist
- Patent examiner
Cost of study
UK/Home: £12,500 per year | International: £24,800 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 Aston University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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