MSc Biotechnology (Healthcare Technologies) at University of Bath

Programme overview

Looking for a career where you can make a difference and transform healthcare worldwide? From improving disease diagnosis to developing new therapies, biotechnology is helping solve some of healthcare's biggest challenges. When you study with Bath you will gain the necessary skills to make a difference through Biosensors, Tissue Engineering, Drug Discovery and more.

What you will study

This course lasts 1 year. It starts in September 2027 and ends in 2028. Year 1 compulsory units include Advances in molecular biotechnology, Broadening horizons, Research project 1A, Research project 2.

Career pathways

Upon graduation, you'll be equipped for careers across biotechnology and healthcare. Recent graduates have progressed into roles including Bioanalytical Scientist, Data Consultant and Life Science Conference Producer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have a Bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:2 or above. To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in any biosciences, medical or biomedical-based subject, such as biosciences, medical, veterinary, biotechnology, life sciences, pharmacy or pharmacology, or in biochemical engineering or technology. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,900 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time 2025/26 entry onwards (MSc Biotechnology (Healthcare Technologies)). Source

International applicants: GBP 34,550 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time 2025/26 entry onwards (MSc Biotechnology (Healthcare Technologies)). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://samis.bath.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=TDUSL-BH01&code2=0005

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