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Qualification

MSc - Master of Science

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Location

Lanarkshire Campus

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Study mode

Part Time

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Start date

Sep 2026

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Duration

2 Year

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Course info

The MSc Biotechnology / Biotechnology (Professional Practice) equips you for a career in the fact-moving biotechnology and life science industries or prepares you to progress your studies to academic research (PhD study). Designed and delivered with industry input, the MSc will develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of theoretical and practical skills relevant to the biotechnology industry, advance your understanding of the industry and grow your research skills. An appreciation of the principles of commercialisation in the biotechnology industry will be developed through guest speakers from the bio-industry. You will develop practical laboratory skills throughout your studies in areas such as molecular biology, microbiology, cell culture and bioanalysis. Modules developing your skills as a researcher will underpin the MSc research project, which allows you to gain extensive practical experience in a research laboratory environment.

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Nucleic Acid & Protein Technology (20 credits) - Core
Microbial Technology (20 credits) - Core
MSc Biotechnology Research Project Dissertation (60 credits) - Core
Bioanalysis (20 credits) - Core
Research Techniques in Biotechnology 20 (20 credits) - Core
Research & Commercialisation in Biotechnology (20 credits) - Core
Postgraduate Research Methods (10 credits) - Core
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Tuition fees
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£9,500 per year
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University of the West of Scotland
UWSEco Campus, Stephenson Place, Hamilton International Technology ParkHamiltonSouth LanarkshireG72 0LHUnited Kingdom
Nearest train station:Blantyre 0.9 miles away
Nearest tube station:Chesham 196.3 miles away