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PostgraduateMSc

Industrial Biotechnology

University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£11,943Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the MSc Industrial Biotechnology at University of Glasgow. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. MSc Industrial Biotechnology prepares students with the knowledge and ability to respond to the needs of the rapidly growing biotechnology industry. The programme provides advanced biotechnology skills and key business theory essential to the application of scientific knowledge to industry. Industrial partners will be involved in the co-delivery of taught and project components and networking opportunities will be provided for students. International tuition fees are £11,943 per year, home/UK fees are £4,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, a 99% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Molecular Biotechnology
Bioprocess Engineering and Scale-Up
Biotechnology Business and Enterprise
Regulatory Affairs and Intellectual Property
Industrial Microbiology and Fermentation
Bioanalytical Techniques and Quality Control
Research Methods and Professional Development
MSc Research Project in Industrial Biotechnology
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Nanoscience, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences or Life Sciences. We may also accept degrees in Animal Science, Zoology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Oceanography, Biomedical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or Agriculture. We may also accept applicants with lower qualifications who have significant relevant work experience. Int

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic65

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£11,943

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£11,943

Home Student Fee

£4,500

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 — University of Glasgow

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£29,500£32,000£34,500
3 years£25,000£30,500£35,000
5 years£32,000£38,000£45,000
Official Data

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

55%Working
30%Studying
15%Work & Study
25%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About University of Glasgow

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