About the course

Learn to integrate cutting-edge biological technologies with essential project management skills on a two-year course that operates at the forefront of molecular, microbial and computational while equipping you with the knowledge and tools to effectively lead on projects in the sector. With a focus on real-world experience, hands-on laboratory work and industry collaboration, you graduate ready to excel in a range of roles within this rapidly evolving field.

Facilities and specialist equipment

Modern STEM building with purpose-built facilities and bespoke study spaces

State-of-the-art cell culture lab and analytical science suite

Industry-standard equipment, including high-tech HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines and specialised facilities for qPCR and protein analysis

How will you be assessed?

Assessment is undertaken in all units of the course to check that you have met the threshold standards expected of all students. Most units have two summative assessment points and you will be provided with feedback that is designed to show you where you are meeting/exceeding the standards and where/how you can/should make further improvement.

The final assessment in most of the taught units is a formal written examination. Elsewhere a range of assessment methods are used. These include not only scientific laboratory reports but others that develop a range of transferable skills including research proposals and poster/oral presentations. These are is designed to build upon and extend what is expected of students with an undergraduate degree.

Careers

This course will support you to seek a career in the biotechnology industries pharmaceutical and food companies academic institutions health-related industries including the NHS and other public-sector organisations. It opens the door to progressing into research and development in industry academia or government laboratories.

You will also have the opportunity for further study at Doctoral level.