MSc Biotechnology and Enterprise
University of Manchester
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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Course descriptionOur MSc Biotechnology and Enterprise course will show you how to turn scientific discoveries into commercial products using a combination of research skills and business knowledge.Jointly delivered by the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health and Alliance Manchester Business School, this masters course will also show you how discoveries can translate into a business plan for start-up technologies or innovative processes for commercial applications.You will cover topics ...Read more

Course description

Our MSc Biotechnology and Enterprise course will show you how to turn scientific discoveries into commercial products using a combination of research skills and business knowledge.

Jointly delivered by the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health and Alliance Manchester Business School, this master's course will also show you how discoveries can translate into a business plan for start-up technologies or innovative processes for commercial applications.

You will cover topics including intellectual property and advanced biotechnology through taught units before carrying out a lab-based research project.

The combination of research skills and business knowledge will ensure you are well-equipped for career opportunities in the global biotechnology market.

Teaching and learning

We use a range of teaching and learning methods, including lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops.

Coursework and assessment

The research project is assessed by a written report presented in a format suitable for publication in a scientific journal.

Career opportunities

The combination of research skills and business knowledge will ensure you are well-equipped for career opportunities in the global biotechnology market.

Recent graduates have either continued to a PhD programme or moved into careers in industry, including business development, consultancy and knowledge transfer positions in bioscience and pharmaceutical companies.

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63/101
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Andrea
05 Feb 24

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Aram
13 Feb 23

What my responsibilities are as a student here are clear and in the case that I have any questions regarding anything there's always help available. More F2F sessions would be..Read more

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Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (minimum Upper Second) or overseas equivalent : biological sciences; With sufficient evidence of the relevant units taken.

Tuition fees

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£15,500 per year

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£37,000 per year

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£37,000 per year

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Andrea
05 Feb 24
Biotechnology with Industrial/Professional Experience BSc (Hons)
So far I love the programme and...
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Aram
13 Feb 23
Biotechnology BSc (Hons)
What my responsibilities are as a student here are clear and in the case that I have any questions regarding anything there's always help available. More F2F sessions would be...
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