MSc Biotechnology (with Entrepreneurship) at University of Bath

Programme overview

Looking to combine a passion for biotechnology with an interest in entrepreneurship? At Bath, you'll learn how to combine biotechnology expertise with entrepreneurial thinking to develop the skills needed to transform innovative ideas into commercial success. From sustainable fuels to healthcare technologies, you'll explore how biotechnology can tackle global challenges while creating opportunities for meaningful impact and growth.

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, Entrepreneurial leadership and personal development, Research project 1A.

Career pathways

You’ll graduate with the specialist skills and knowledge desired by industry, ready for careers in non-lab settings outside of academia in bioscience industries, legal, educational or entrepreneurial roles. Our dedicated careers team is on hand to offer individual guidance and help you choose between employment and further study.

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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 with Entrepreneurship). Source

International applicants: GBP 34,550 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for full-time 2025/26 entry onwards (MSc Biotechnology with Entrepreneurship). 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-BE01&code2=0004

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