MSc Biotechnology at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

Open doors to an exciting career in Biotechnology. On this full or part-time Master’s course, you’ll unpack the molecular techniques used in the biotech sector and choose modules to suit your interests and career goals. Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 / January 2028 | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Bioinformatics and Omics; Biotechnology Research Skills and Project; Molecular Biotechnology; Biotechnology Enterprise; Engineering Animals; Environmental Microbiology; Molecular Medicine.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include research scientist, business associate, sales representative, forensic interpretations team leader, molecular pathologist, bone densitometry technician, data analyst, clinical trials assistant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience and other qualifications may be taken into consideration for applicants not meeting this requirement. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. English language: IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full-time: £11,500 Source

International applicants: GBP 20,950 for the whole programme (2027/28). Full-time: £20,950 Source

Intake: September 2027 / January 2028

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/msc-biotechnology

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