Biotechnology MSc
University of Glasgow
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Help solve real world problems with advanced practical knowledge underpinning modern biotechnology and molecular genetic technologies. The aim of this programme is to train you in a broad range of topics including environmental biotechnology, synthetic biology, plant engineering, stem cell therapies and vaccine development. Help solve real world problems with advanced practical knowledge underpinning modern biotechnology and molecular genetic technologies. The aim of this programme is to train ...Read more

Help solve real world problems with advanced practical knowledge underpinning modern biotechnology and molecular genetic technologies. The aim of this programme is to train you in a broad range of topics including environmental biotechnology, synthetic biology, plant engineering, stem cell therapies and vaccine development. Help solve real world problems with advanced practical knowledge underpinning modern biotechnology and molecular genetic technologies. The aim of this programme is to train you in a broad range of topics including environmental biotechnology, synthetic biology, plant engineering, stem cell therapies and vaccine development. Learn to assess current literature, be encouraged to form opinions based on scientific merit, and implement these ideas in future research planning. Taught by experts in the field of Biotechnology who run active, internationally recognised, research groups here at Glasgow. Network within the industry through site visits, guest lectures and an 'Industrial Networking Symposium' where representatives from the European biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry discuss their companies and answer questions on working in the industrial sector. Receive hands-on experience of diverse biotechnological research skills with a strong laboratory component making up the programme throughout the year. Get valuable training through our flexible, independent, research project for students wishing to proceed to a PhD or into an industrial career. This may also be completed as a business-based project.Enjoy excellent career opportunities in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industrial sectors. Many of our students follow a career path in: Biomedical science, Biotechnology, Environmental management and agricultural sciences, Food technology, Pharmaceuticals

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42/279
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11th
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28th
What students say
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Josh
31 Jan 25

More seating. It can be difficult to find somewhere to sit with a table to do work during my 5 hour..Read more

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Emilia
25 Jan 25

There are great events on at the University to meet new people and lots of societies to join. The majority of students and staff are very friendly and helpful and the campus is..Read more

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a related subject area: biology, microbiology, biotechnology or biochemistry; although applicants with a degree in other areas may be considered. Professional experience may also be taken into account.

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Josh
31 Jan 25
Molecular and Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology)
More seating. It can be difficult to find somewhere to sit with a table to do work during my 5 hour...
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Emilia
25 Jan 25
Molecular and Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology)
There are great events on at the University to meet new people and lots of societies to join. The majority of students and staff are very friendly and helpful and the campus is...
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