Why this programme

• The University of Glasgow has been running MSc programmes in the field of biotechnology for over 15 years, producing over 1,000 graduates.
• Gain a sound understanding of the nature of business, based on bioscience knowledge and research, explore innovation and regulatory requirement constraints and evaluate intellectual property and ethical issues.
• Taught in collaboration with the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences, Adam Smith Business School and Biocon, India's largest biopharmaceutical company, to privide an informed knowledge of the scientific principles of biotechnology and their application in an industrial setting where scaled production is essential.
• Students will gain the opportunity to work with Biocon Academy, Bengaluru, which will provide advanced learning and industrial proficiency in applied biosciences taught by industry experts with hands on experience. Students will also be introduced to the industrial possesses and workflows of different departments within Biocon.
• Industrial partners will be involved in the co-delivery of taught and project components and networking opportunities will be provided for students.
• Industrial visits will allow students to observe the practical implication of the knowledge they are taught.
• Extensive laboratory-based teaching covers a wide range of practical skills in molecular biology, microbiology, synthetic biology, protein expression, protein purification and more.
• Gain valuable training through our flexible, independent, research project for students wishing to proceed to a PhD or into an industrial career. This may also be completed as a business-based project. 

   

Career prospects

Enjoy excellent career opportunities in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industrial sectors.

Many of our students follow a career path in:

• biomedical science
• biotechnology
• environmental management and agricultural sciences
• food technology
• pharmaceuticals

Other opportunities for biotechnologists also exist within:

• conservation
• forensic investigation
• government positions
• independent labs
• medical research
• scientific expert in media
• teaching

Some job titles include:

• analytical development technologist
• fermentation technologist
• research and development scientist

Others have also progressed on to study PhDs worldwide in fields such as:

• biomedical engineering
• biophysics
• biotechnology
• molecular and cellular biology
• plant molecular biology

Fees & funding

Additional fees

• Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £370
• Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £350
• Registration/exam only fee: £170

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Nanoscience, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences or Life Sciences.

We may also accept degrees in Animal Science, Zoology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Oceanography, Biomedical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or Agriculture.

We may also accept applicants with lower qualifications who have significant relevant work experience.

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses.

International students

We are proud of our diverse University community which attracts students and staff from over 140 different countries.

• Find out more about entry requirements and other country-specific information
• International student support & visas

How to apply

To apply for a postgraduate taught degree you must apply online. We cannot accept applications any other way.

Please check you meet the Entry requirements for this programme before you begin your application.

Documents

As part of your online application, you also need to submit the following supporting documents:

• A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s) (if you have already completed your degree)
• A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained
• Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)
• One reference letter on headed paper
• Evidence of your English language ability (if your first language is not English)
• Any additional documents required for this programme (see Entry requirements for this programme)
• A copy of the photo page of your passport (Non-EU students only)

You have 42 days to submit your application once you begin the process.

You may save and return to your application as many times as you wish to update information, complete sections or upload supporting documents such as your final transcript or your language test.

For more information about submitting documents or other topics related to applying to a postgraduate taught programme, see how to apply for a postgraduate taught degree

Guidance notes for using the online application

These notes are intended to help you complete the online application form accurately; they are also available within the help section of the online application form. 

If you experience any difficulties accessing the online application, see Application System Help.

• Name and Date of birth: must appear exactly as they do on your passport. Please take time to check the spelling and lay-out.
• Contact Details: Correspondence address. All contact relevant to your application will be sent to this address including the offer letter(s). If your address changes, please contact us as soon as possible.
• Choice of course: Please select carefully the course you want to study. As your application will be sent to the admissions committee for each course you select it is important to consider at this stage why you are interested in the course and that it is reflected in your application.
• Proposed date of entry: Please state your preferred start date including the month and the year. Taught masters degrees tend to begin in September. Research degrees may start in any month.
• Education and Qualifications: Please complete this section as fully as possible indicating any relevant Higher Education qualifications starting with the most recent. Complete the name of the Institution (s) as it appears on the degree certificate or transcript.
• English Language Proficiency: Please state the date of any English language test taken (or to be taken) and the award date (or expected award date if known).
• Employment and Experience: Please complete this section as fully as possible with all employments relevant to your course. Additional details may be attached in your personal statement/proposal where appropriate.

Reference: Please provide one reference. This should typically be an academic reference but in cases where this is not possible then a reference from a current employer may be accepted instead. Certain programmes, such as the MBA programme, may also accept an employer reference. If you already have a copy of a reference on letter headed paper then please upload this to your application. If you do not already have a reference to upload then please enter your referee’s name and contact details on the online application and we will contact your referee directly.

Application deadlines

More information about this programme

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