Our MRes provides a foundation into how design and engineering approaches are used in the creation of new biotechnological processes and products.

Overview

Advances in biotechnology, computing, and laboratory automation are being coupled with design thinking approaches and engineer biological systems.

These may produce more sustainable products than traditional manufacturing. Examples include:

• the production of synthetic meat substitutes
• dairy-free milk
• adaptive building materials
• petroleum-replacement products
• designer antimicrobial compounds
• smart drug delivery systems

What you'll learn

Throughout the course, you'll gain an advanced understanding of:

• scientific concepts and practices that underpin industrial biotechnology
• principles of design thinking and project design
• scientific concepts of the role of recombinant DNA technology in both fundamental research and applied technology
• the role of microorganisms in the search and discovery of commercially significant natural products
• the role of biotechnology in agriculture and commercial enterprise
• control and modelling concepts and their application in bioprocessing systems
• statistical concepts and theory and their application in process engineering
• advanced practical skills in molecular biological techniques, handling microorganisms and data analysis

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.