Overview

Drawing strength from the Keck School of Medicine faculty’s education, research, and practice expertise, this Translational Biotechnology MSc program at University of Southern California educates students on approaches used in the academic research, biotechnology and medical sciences industries.

Program Summary

Students in this program will gain an understanding of:

the science of human diseases and their interventions
the role of biotechnology in developing new therapies and precision medicine
the scope of issues and decisions faced by collaborating basic and clinical researchers in the bench-to-bedside process
the regulatory framework that impacts the use of new interventions
the private and public capital that develop the growing biotechnology and biomedical markets.

The program is ideal for those who are passionate about biomedical sciences and would like a career in biotechnology beyond laboratory research.

Students with a moderate biology background have the opportunity to extend their course work in biotechnology and biological sciences and continue in these fields.
Professionals in management, investment, regulatory affairs or law in the biotechnology industry are able to extend their knowledge of the science behind this industry, enabling them to make better decisions regarding this rapidly developing technology.
Students interested in doctoral programs or professional degree programs, such as medical school and law school, will build a strong foundation in biotechnology prior to applying to their top programs of study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biotechnology Primer
Pathway and Target Discovery
Translational Biotechnology
Venture Feasibility
Entrepreneurship in Innovative Industries: Life Sciences
Corporate Entrepreneurship
Molecular Biology of Cancer
Cell Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

28 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

Biotechnology Translation & Interpreting View 200 other Masters in Biotechnology in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application.
Statement of purpose (approximately 500 words): Tell us where you came from, where you are going to, and how enrolling in the Translational Biotechnology Program may help you reach your academic or career goals.
Resume or CV: There is no specific format requirement for Resume or CV.
Letters of recommendation (minimum three): We accept letters from both academic and professional evaluators. At least two of the letters should address your bioscience aptitude. All letters must be on the letterhead of the organization or department.
Transcripts from ALL previously attended post-secondary institutions regardless of whether a degree was obtained.
Standardized test score.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

73260 USD / year

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Out-of-State

73260 USD / year

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In-State

73260 USD / year

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Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

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