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MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Harness the power of biological data to drive innovation. Gain hands-on expertise analysing real-world bioscience data, in demand across the biotechnology, healthcare, and environmental sectors.Biology is at the heart of society’s grand challenges, from food security and global health to biodiversity loss and climate change.Addressing these complex issues increasingly relies on data-driven solutions.As bioscience industries undergo rapid digital transformation, a skills gap has emerged in data handling, modelling, and interpretation. Our Data Science and Industrial Biotechnology MSc is designed to close this gap.We will prepare you for a career at the cutting-edge of industrial biotechnology, bioinformatics, environmental monitoring, or health innovation.During your studies, you’ll learn how to turn complex biological and environmental data into meaningful insights. You’ll work with genuine datasets to solve authentic challenges, from modelling microbial communities to predicting bioprocess yields.
A 2:2 BSc honours degree in Biology, or international equivalent
GCSE Mathematics grade 6 in Mathematics (or equivalent)
Applicants from a non-standard background and individuals with strong relevant work experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.
Students living in
Domestic
£14,500 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£31,700 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£31,700 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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