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MSc - Master of Science
The University of Edinburgh
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
The University of Edinburgh
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Changing demographics and growing demand for food, fuel and agricultural and environmental sustainability are among the key challenges the world faces today.
In this MSc you will learn research and development skills to enable the creation of new products and services. You will investigate the economic basis for current biotechnology structures and areas of future demand, including the global pharmaceutical industry and carbon sequestration.
You will learn how technology can be applied to solve pressing real-world biological problems and gain the skills and expertise needed for future developments in biotechnology.
Career opportunities
The programme will open up a wide variety of career opportunities, ranging from sales and marketing, to research and development, to manufacturing and quality control and assurance.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with a strong background in biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, pharmacy, chemical engineering, plant sciences or related sciences, with evidence of quantitative and computer science skills.
Students living in
Domestic
£19,100 per year
Students from Domestic
Fee is £17,200 for 2021/22 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2022/23 entry.
£40,900 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£40,900 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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