Biotechnology with Professional Placement

University of Birmingham
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree Msci (Hon) Full-time with year in industry 4 Years Materials science and engineering

A-Level Entry

AAB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£32,000

About this course

Biotechnology with Placement Year MSci offers a game-changing experience by combining academic excellence with a transformative year of industry training. During this pivotal placement, you’ll engage in a defined project with an industry partner, allowing you to apply your learning in real-world settings and build valuable professional connections. Gain invaluable skills and real-world expertise to launch your career ahead of the competition!

Why study Biotechnology at Birmingham?

Professional Placement: Boost your employability with industry experience giving you a real taste of the professional world and applying your knowledge in real-world settings.

Study Abroad: Spend your third year in France, Spain, Germany, or one of 300+ global destinations, immersing yourself in new cultures and learning from experts with our year abroad option.

Entrepreneurial training: Be part of modules that empower students with vital business, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills to launch innovative biotech ventures, boosting employability in this fast-evolving, high-impact industry.

Join BioSoc: Connect with fellow Biosciences students through team sports, events, and specialist career conferences. Make friends, have fun and build your network.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades AAB

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
2111 Chemical scientists
2129 Engineering professionals
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
3115 Quality assurance technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Study Mode
Full-time with year in industry
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Birmingham
Scheme
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
Subjects
Materials science and engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£32,000