MSc Applied Biotechnology at University of Westminster

Programme overview

Covers modern molecular biology techniques and the applications of biotechnology, with hands-on experience of fully controlled fermenters up to pilot-plant scale linked to modern monitoring and control systems.

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

What you will study

Modules include Molecular Bioengineering, Fermentation Technology, Sustainable Biotechnology, Postgraduate Research Methods, Science, Technology and Commercialisation and a Postgraduate Project, with options such as Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, Communicating Science and Biotherapeutics and Regenerative Medicines.

Career pathways

Graduates normally find employment in the biotechnology industry; two students from the 2020 cohort secured jobs at Lonza before graduating.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum lower second class honours degree (2:2) in biological sciences or a related discipline. A professional qualification of equivalent status with associated work experience, or an equivalent qualification deemed suitable by the course team, may be accepted. One academic reference is required. English language for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,315 a year (2027/28). Per academic year. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,685 a year (2027/28). Per academic year. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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