Overview

Designed and delivered with industry input, University of the West of Scotland Biotechnology MSc will develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of theoretical and practical skills relevant to the biotechnology industry, advance your understanding of the industry and grow your research skills.

Overview

An appreciation of the principles of commercialisation in the biotechnology industry will be developed through guest speakers from the bio-industry.

You will develop practical laboratory skills throughout your studies in areas such as molecular biology, microbiology, cell culture and bioanalysis.

Modules developing your skills as a researcher will underpin the MSc research project, which allows you to gain extensive practical experience in a research laboratory environment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nucleic Acid & Protein Technology
Research Design
Advanced Laboratory Techniques
Bioanalysis
Microbial Technology

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have gained a second class (minimum 2:2) BSc (Hons) in Bioscience, Biotechnology or a related science degree.
You may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent.

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

18900 GBP / year

≈ 18900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7500 GBP / year

≈ 7500 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of UK / Ireland: 11.750 GBP.

Living costs

Hamilton

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 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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