Biotechnology MSci at Coventry University

Programme overview

Study how biotechnology is applied in health, agriculture and environmental contexts. Develop scientific knowledge and practical lab skills, with opportunities to focus on areas such as molecular biology, industrial biotechnology or vaccinology through project work. Study a lab-focused course that blends theory with hands-on experience, helping you develop scientific, analytical and communication skills that could be useful in solving real-world challenges and preparing for diverse roles in biotechnology.

Faculty: Biological, Food and Forensic Sciences | Duration: 4 years full-time; 5 years sandwich | Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option; integrated master's) | Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027 | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Introduction to Biomolecules and Biochemistry, Cells to Systems, Microbiology and Immunology, Genetics and Molecular Biology. Year two: Bioengineering and Industrial Biotechnology, Agro-environmental Biotechnology, Biotech Breakthroughs: From Science to Success, Computational Biology. Final year: Healthcare Biotechnology, Frontiers in Biotechnology, Innovating Biotech: Entrepreneurship and Product Development, Research Project. Additional year: Theoretical Principles for Laboratory Scientists, Laboratory and Data Analysis Skills, 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 BSc (Hons)/MSci are well-positioned for roles in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, industrial and agricultural sectors as well as research and academia. The graduate destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 120. A level: BBB to include Biology. Excludes General Studies. GCSE: GCSE maths, English and two sciences at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards. BTEC: DDM in the BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma in a Biological Science subject. Excludes Health and Social Care. IB Diploma: 32 points to include 5 points in Biology at Higher Level. Access to HE: The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be at Distinction in Biology units. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above. English: IELTS: 6.0 overall (with at least 5.5 in each component area).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,200 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

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

Duration: 4 years full-time; 5 years sandwich

Apply through the official page: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/ees/biotechnology-msci-bsc-hons/

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