Overview

Biotechnology has transformed medicine and pharmaceutical science, from drug and vaccine development to diagnostics and personalised treatments.

Key Features

This Medical Biotechnology (Part-Time) program at Edinburgh Napier University is designed to equip you with the knowledge and critical understanding of biological systems and their applications essential for a rewarding career in medical or pharmaceutical biotechnology, whether that’s in a research, product development, or leadership role.

There is a strong focus on enhancing your practical laboratory skills and there are many opportunities to learn and apply relevant techniques. You will be supported by an internationally recognised team of experienced staff with varied research interests.

Careers & employability

Laboratory-based or research management and product development work in a variety of industries ranging from multi-national companies to smaller biotechnology enterprises in the medical, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and biochemical sectors.
Opportunities may also exist in contract research companies and service providers to the biotechnology sector, in addition to research institutes and local government.
Further study in a research setting: graduates will be qualified to continue to PhD studies in the bio-molecular sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Technology

Business & Bioethics

Research Skills

Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology

Applied Immunology

Current Practice in Drug Development

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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80

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

The entry requirements for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above.
They look for applicants to have a background in bio-molecular sciences such as: biological sciences, biotechnology, molecular biology, immunology, virology, genetics, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, human biology, pharmacology, microbiology, forensic biology in order to be eligible for the programme.
Degrees in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Chemical Engineering and Industrial Chemistry can also be accepted.

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

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Key information

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IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Delivered

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Academic requirements

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