PhD Biomedical Sciences and Biotechnology
Coventry University
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Our research in the area of Bioscience and Biotechnology Engineering focuses on the exploitation of biological processes for multiple aspects of societal impact, ranging from well-being and medicine to bioremediation and environmental safety.Our researchers are using living organisms, and their derivatives, to create novel products and processes for fundamental and applied research. Microbiology, genetic engineering, tissue, and cell cultures are all used to develop domestic and industrial ...Read more

Our research in the area of Bioscience and Biotechnology Engineering focuses on the exploitation of biological processes for multiple aspects of societal impact, ranging from well-being and medicine to bioremediation and environmental safety.Our researchers are using living organisms, and their derivatives, to create novel products and processes for fundamental and applied research. Microbiology, genetic engineering, tissue, and cell cultures are all used to develop domestic and industrial applications through innovation that drives radical change in the capabilities of a user or culture.Our 'Formulation and Delivery Group' is developing micro- and nano- encapsulation systems that provide stability, integrity and targeting for functional molecules in the area of human nutrition and drug delivery.The 'Biomanufacturing Research Group' translates fundamental research outputs into functional solutions that are being utilised in industry to prevent infection and disease.

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28/279
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59th
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suadrshan
20 Nov 24

all good and nice..Read more

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VIDHYA SAGAR
20 Nov 24

It's great and they teach us good biotechnology..Read more

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline/subject area with a minimum 60% mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60% overall module average. In the event of a first degree classification of less than 2:1, a Masters Degree in a relevant subject area will be considered as an equivalent. The Masters must have been attained with minimum overall marks at merit level (60%)*. In addition, the dissertation or equivalent element in the Masters must also have been attained with a minimum mark of merit level (60%). Or higher where stipulated against a specific opportunity.

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£5,005 per year

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The average student living cost in the Midlands is £822 a month, comfortably one of the cheapest regions in the UK.

£15,780 per year

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The average student living cost in the Midlands is £822 a month, comfortably one of the cheapest regions in the UK.

£15,780 per year

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The average student living cost in the Midlands is £822 a month, comfortably one of the cheapest regions in the UK.

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suadrshan
20 Nov 24
Biotechnology MSc
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VIDHYA SAGAR
20 Nov 24
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It's great and they teach us good biotechnology...
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Coventry University
Coventry University , Coventry

Coventry University is a global university with a mission to create better futures....

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Priory Street Coventry West Midlands CV1 5FB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Coventry  0.4 miles away

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