Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the MSc Biotechnology at Aston University, Birmingham. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Shape tomorrow’s biotech breakthroughs by studying with leading experts and developing advanced research skills in Aston’s world-class School of Biosciences and Aston's £10m AIME research facility. Biotechnology sits at the heart of solutions to global health, food security and climate challenges. This master’s gives you the theoretical foundations and practical lab skills to innovate across pharma, healthcare, industrial and environmental settings. International tuition fees are £24,800 per year, home/UK fees are £12,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,000 within three years, a 93% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,800
per year
Home Student Fee
£12,500
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Aston University, Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,500 | £30,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £25,500 | £31,000 | £36,500 |
| 5 years | £31,500 | £39,500 | £45,500 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About Aston University, Birmingham
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