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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: S005

Biotechnology

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, England
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3 yearsDuration
£18,250Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
87%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the BSc (Hons) Biotechnology at Liverpool John Moores University. Based in Liverpool, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Why study Biotechnology at Liverpool John Moores University? - A practical, hands-on course, taught using state-of-the-art teaching laboratories - Gain an understanding of the principles and applications of biotechnology and practise the latest molecular, bioprocessing and analytical techniques - Offers fascinating research projects in areas such as synthetic biology, genetic engineering of crop plants, fermentation technology, bioremediation and antimicrobial resistance - Benefit from strong links with industry for industrial placements - Excellent spring board into careers as ... International tuition fees are £18,250 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Synthetic biology
Genetic engineering of crop plants
Fermentation technology
Drug discovery and
UCAS Code:S005
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BCC

Minimum Number of A Levels: 2 General Studies: Not accepted Subject requirements: Level 3 qualification in Chemistry and/or Biology or relevant science

UCAS Points104

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic61

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,250

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£54,750

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Liverpool John Moores University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£29,000£32,000
3 years£23,500£29,000£35,000
5 years£28,500£35,000£43,500

UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 12% above UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 35% above UK average salary
This course
£35,000
UK average
£26,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-03-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
20%Studying
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-03-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
87%
Learning opportunities
85%
Assessment and feedback
83%
Academic support
73%
Organisation and management
73%
Learning resources
85%
Student voice
69%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University offers Biotechnology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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