Biotechnology

University of Portsmouth
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Materials science and engineering

About this course

Overview Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology.

With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub and Portsmouth ranked third of all modern post-92 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to study our Master’s in Biotechnology.

You’ll develop your understanding of molecular tools that are used to solve global issues, including the exploration of genetic engineering, bioinformatics, online biological databases, and tailor your studies and experiments to the areas of biotechnology that match your interests.

When you graduate, you’ll be in a strong position to succeed in many fields from industry and academia to research and development – with the opportunity to specialise later in your career.

What you'll experience On this course, you'll:

  • Prepare to work in industry, or academic environments, choosing subjects that match your aspirations

  • Unpack a practical and a theoretical understanding of the molecular techniques used in the biotechnology sector

  • Develop your practical skills using professional research equipment in the University's complex of over 30 laboratories

  • Benefit from our world-renowned Centre for Enzyme Innovation where we're researching solutions to some of the most pressing global environmental problems

  • Study modules in entrepreneurship, bioinformatics, and genetic engineering

  • Access opportunities to build your business ideas through our Student start-up and Entrepreneurs in Residence

    Careers and opportunities This Master’s degree will help you to specialise in biotechnology and build your career in a variety of companies, including innovative start-ups and global corporations. You could also decide to start your own business, which we can support you with.

    Once you graduate from this MSc Biotechnology degree, you’ll have a broad understanding of the ongoing development of life-improving technologies, strategies and products used in the biotechnology sector. You'll have the practical skills to operate successfully in this pioneering field, or you could proceed to a research degree.

    What jobs can you do with a Biotechnology degree? Career opportunities include:

  • Research scientist

  • Business associate

  • Sales representative

  • Forensic interpretations team leader

  • Molecular pathologist

  • Bone densitometry technician

  • Bone densitometry technician

  • data analyst

  • Clinical trials assistant

  • Account executive

    Our previous graduates have gone on to work in organisations including:

  • Cellmark Ltd

  • Portsmouth Trust NHS

  • Publicis Health

  • Eli Lilly

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Portsmouth

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Portsmouth

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    3115 Quality assurance technicians
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2129 Engineering professionals
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers

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    A-Levels

    BBB - BBC

    UCAS Points

    112 - 120 points

    Avg. Salary

    £26,000

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Portsmouth
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Materials science and engineering

    Offered by

    University of Portsmouth

    Portsmouth

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