Biotechnology MSc at Coventry University

Programme overview

Biotechnology is revolutionising industry, harnessing the power of living organisms to develop groundbreaking solutions to global challenges. Gain the skills to be at the forefront of this exciting field. Extend your biotechnological skills and understanding with the option to specialise in one of three key areas: industrial and environmental biotechnology, molecular biology, or vaccinology and immunotherapy.

Faculty: Biomedical and Biological Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; Up to 2 years full-time with professional placement | Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option) | Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027 | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Theoretical Principles for Laboratory Scientists, Laboratory and Data Analysis Skills, Research Project, Advances in Molecular Biology, Molecular Basis of Human Disease, Industrial Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Advanced Topics in Vaccinology and Immunotherapy, Human and Animal Vaccines.

Career pathways

Graduates with a Biotechnology MSc are well-positioned for roles in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare and industrial sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a biotechnology, bioscience or biological chemistry related discipline. English: IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; Up to 2 years full-time with professional placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/pg/ees/biotechnology-msc/

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