• Master of Science in Biotechnology at the University of Nottingham is a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • Students who want to pursue it as a part-time program can do it as a two-year program.
  • The emphasis of the course is about the impact of modern biotechnological tools and approaches to address today's global challenges, from food to therapeutics. 
  • This course offers unique components related to specialist skills in three pathways
    • Plant pathway
    • Microbial pathway
    • Animal pathway
  • The course consists of 180 credits and is taught over three semesters. 
  • Taught modules contribute 120 credits, with a research project and a dissertation contributing to 60 credits. 
  • As a part of the curriculum, students will complete a 3-month project in an area of interest which will take place on an industry placement or at the University. 
  • This course offers unique components related to specialist skills in three pathways: Plant Biotechnology pathway,Microbial Biotechnology pathway,Animal Biotechnology pathway.
  • Students get technology-enhanced labs provide a world-class practical learning experience.
  • You will need an average mark of 50% to pass the MSc overall. You will be given a copy of our marking criteria when you start the course and will receive regular feedback from your lecturers and tutors.
  • Students get the opportunity to attend workshops that help students to develop their professional skills to succeed in the global job market.
  • Students will work on the research project between June and September, either based at the University or within an industry placement.
  • About 94.1% of postgraduates of Master of Science in Biotechnology at the University of Nottingham get employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was 32,173 USD.