Overview

As a Biotechnology student at University of Liverpool , you will benefit from the School of Biosciences experience in delivering dynamic, world-class, inspirational research-led teaching. We are a melting-pot for the study of the biological sciences, and have been for over 100 years.

Key facts

Graduates with an MSc in Biotechnology are well equipped to enter a wide range of employment options.
The programme provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a professional scientist in your chosen area of biotechnology. It has been specifically designed to enhance students’ careers in different biotechnology sectors in a variety of research, product and technology development, and leadership roles.
Furthermore, upon successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD.
In the public sector, graduates from this programme are in demand in research institutes, government departments, the Health Service, forensic science and the Environment Agency. There is also demand currently for graduates with specialisations in science or computing to enter the teaching profession.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Statistics for Biological Research
Informatics for Life Sciences
Cellular Biotechnology and Biological Imaging
Computational Biology
Proteomics Metabolomics and Data Analysis
Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-16 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in a Biological Sciences subject or equivalent. Candidates must have a scientific background acceptable to the Programme Director.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

28300 GBP / year

≈ 28300 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

13300 GBP / year

≈ 13300 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK fees: Part-time place, per year - £6,650International fees: Part-time place, per year - £14,150

Living costs

Liverpool

United Kingdom

556 - 1035 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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