Biotechnology MSc
University of Portsmouth
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Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology. With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub and Portsmouth ranked third of all modern post-92 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to study our Master’s in Biotechnology. You’ll develop your understanding of molecular tools that are used to solve global issues, including the exploration of genetic engineering, bioinformatics, online biological ...Read more

Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology. With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub and Portsmouth ranked third of all modern post-92 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to study our Master’s in Biotechnology. You’ll develop your understanding of molecular tools that are used to solve global issues, including the exploration of genetic engineering, bioinformatics, online biological databases, and tailor your studies and experiments to the areas of biotechnology that match your interests. When you graduate, you’ll be in a strong position to succeed in many fields from industry and academia to research and development - with the opportunity to specialise later in your career.

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WUSCA ranking:
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84/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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47th
CUG Ranking
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42nd
What students say
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Ryley
24 Nov 25

One thing that makes for good studying here is the integrated lab classes during my course, actually allowing us to put our mew knowledge to good use. The lecture theatres can be..Read more

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Marvellous
12 Nov 25

So far, my experience at the university has been positive. The lecturers are approachable and always willing to help. This school truly brings out the best in you if you’re ready..Read more

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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.

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£12,600 per year

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£12,600 per year

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£19,200 per year

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Students from England

£12,600 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

£19,200 per year

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Latest Biomedical Sciences reviews

Biomedical Sciences
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Ryley
24 Nov 25
Biomedical Science
One thing that makes for good studying here is the integrated lab classes during my course, actually allowing us to put our mew knowledge to good use. The lecture theatres can be...
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M
Marvellous
12 Nov 25
Biotechnology MSc
So far, my experience at the university has been positive. The lecturers are approachable and always willing to help. This school truly brings out the best in you if you’re ready...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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University of Portsmouth
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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