MSc Biotechnology 

The University of Portsmouth offers a cutting-edge, postgraduate-taught MSc Biotechnology course. It is designed to provide students with expert knowledge and skills needed to work within the biotechnology sector, focusing on areas such as biomedical, industrial, and microbial biotechnology.Course Content: The course curriculum is designed to impart practical skills and theoretical knowledge focused on the latest developments in cellular and molecular biotechnology, as well as industrial drug production and microbial biotechnology. Students are also encouraged to develop their critical analysis and research skills.Key Modules: The program is composed of modules like Research Methods and Bioethics, Cellular Molecular Biology, Biotechnology in Practice, Industrial and Commercial Aspects of Biotechnology, Fermentation and Drug Production, and Research Project. These modules emphasise equipping students with a range of practical and analytical skills.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, signifying that the course prepares graduates for professional roles within the field of biotechnology and related biological sciences.Future Careers: This course prepares graduates for a range of roles in the biotechnology sector, including research and development, quality control, and management positions. It also prepares graduates for further research at PhD level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.