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PostgraduateMSc

Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£26,250Per Year (Intl)
£12,200Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Aberdeen, the MSc Biotechnology and Bioinformatics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in business and management. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The MSc in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics will provide students with in-depth training in key life sciences, including bioinformatics, that are central to modern biotechnology and the genomics revolution and will prepare graduates for employment in this growing sector. The growth in the industrial biotechnology and biopharmaceutical sectors has led to exciting career opportunities for experienced graduates. Our MSc in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics is a unique opportunity to gain training in advanced biotechnology and bioinformatics. International tuition fees are £26,250 per year, home/UK fees are £12,200 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Bioinformatics and Genomics
Molecular Biotechnology Techniques
Biopharmaceutical Development and Regulation
Systems Biology and Data Analysis
Structural Bioinformatics and Drug Discovery
Industrial Biotechnology Applications
Research Methods and Professional Skills
Dissertation in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements Qualifications The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen. Applicants will usually require a second-class Honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in a biological or biomedical science subject or a related degree. Please check our International student pages for country or territory-specific requirements. Entry requirements for applicants from Country or Territory Select country or territory Afghanistan Aland Islands

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.5665.5
PTE Academic62

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£26,250

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£26,250

Home Student Fee

£12,200

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

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

University of Aberdeen · Postgraduate

£8,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Merit

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

University of Aberdeen · Postgraduate

£8,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
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About University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen offers Biotechnology and Bioinformatics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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