MSc Molecular Biotechnology at University of Birmingham

Aimed at those who want to improve the world through biotechnology, this course will equip you with the skills and specialised knowledge needed to embark on your career in this exciting and fast-moving area of bioscience. You'll gain transferable skills such as presentation, statistics, and business plan writing to set you up for success alongside subject-specific expertise in molecular biotechnology techniques and practical skills. Molecular biotechnology is a broad field that offers a variety of assignments and an overview of topics within biotechnology, so you are not committed to one specific area creating more opportunities for your future.

Department: Biosciences  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Molecular Biotechnology MSc provides you with training in the skills and specialised knowledge needed to equip you for a career in molecular biotechnology in industry or academia. The course has been designed in consultation with experts in biotechnology industries. Modules include Semester LM Pharmaceuticals and Therapeutic Biologicals from Bench to Market, Semester 2 LM Funding and Communicating Science, Semester 1 LM Research Project (MBT), Semester 1 Practical Applications of Molecular Biotechnology.

Career pathways

You'll be prepared for dynamic careers in various science-based industries, particularly biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, which are experiencing global expansion. Our curriculum is developed with insights from a senior scientist in the pharmaceutical field, balances scientific knowledge with practical applications, including product development and business planning, to ensure you are equipped for the industry's current and future demands.

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