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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C110

Biotechnology

University of Essex
Colchester, England
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3 yearsDuration
£24,360Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the BSc (Hons) Biotechnology at University of Essex. Based in Colchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. The BSc (Hons) Biotechnology is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad. You’ll gain a strong understanding of the uses, potential and implications of biotechnology, ready to find solutions for global crises such as climate change and the spread of antimicrobial resistance. WHY THIS COURSE The BSc (Hons) Biotechnology gives you a broad, research-led education in animal, plant and microbial biotechnology and a strong foundation in molecular and cell biology. You’ll gain hands-on lab training and visit a range of biotech and agritech comp... International tuition fees are £24,360 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 71% student satisfaction rating, a 80% continuation rate, and 72% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Molecular and Cell Biology Fundamentals
Microbial Biotechnology and Applications
Plant Biotechnology and Crop Engineering
Animal Biotechnology and Biopharmaceuticals
Biochemistry and Metabolic Pathways
Bioprocess Engineering and Scale-Up
Research Methods and Professional Practice
Final Year Research Project
UCAS Code:C110
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic60————

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£24,360

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£73,080

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

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

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

68%Working
4%Studying
20%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
43%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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Essex Preparation Programme Bursary

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£250scholarship value
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Undergraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

University of Essex · Undergraduate

£5,000scholarship value
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Essex Transfer Link Early Bird Discount

University of Essex · Undergraduate

£1,000scholarship value
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International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship

University of Essex · Undergraduate

£2,000scholarship value
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Care Experienced Bursary

University of Essex · Undergraduate

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About University of Essex

University of Essex offers Biotechnology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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