MSc Industrial Pharmaceutical Biotechnology at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The MSc Industrial Pharmaceutical Biotechnology combines advanced taught modules with a substantial independent research project, bringing together the School of Pharmacy and the School of Biological Sciences. Students explore how biologically based medicines are discovered, developed, characterised, manufactured and regulated, building practical, analytical and research skills. The School has links with companies including Almac, Norbrook, Teva, Re-Vana, MediNECT and XapHe.

Department: School of Pharmacy and School of Biological Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Teaching spans pharmaceutical characterisation, biotechnology, protein science, biological mass spectrometry, bioinformatics, quality assurance, regulatory affairs and research methods, followed by an independent research project.

Career pathways

Roles include bioprocessing scientist, formulation scientist, analytical scientist, quality assurance associate, regulatory affairs officer, product development scientist, research assistant or associate, bioinformatics/data analyst, or PhD researcher; Queen's is ranked 2nd in the UK for graduate prospects in Pharmacology and Pharmacy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering or a closely allied subject; the School of Pharmacy may interview applicants or review the content of previous qualifications. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component (taken within the last 2 years) or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,800 a year (2027/28). Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland rate Source

International applicants: GBP 29,000 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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