MSci Biotechnology Msci (Hon)

**Unlock your potential with our MSci Biotechnology program!**<br/><br/>Immerse yourself in advanced training, cutting-edge research, and hands-on experience to drive impactful change in healthcare, agriculture, and sustainability. Our interdisciplinary program connects genetics, cell biology, plant sciences, chemistry, and chemical engineering, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges.<br/><br/>**Highlights:**<br/>Explore biotechnology frontiers: genetically modified crops, precision medicine, gene therapies, and renewable energy.<br/>Gain expertise in bioinformatics, microbiology, and ethical issues like gene editing and cloning.<br/>Hands-on experience with high-tech facilities and research-led teaching.<br/>Ranked 14th for Biosciences in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2024).<br/>Develop business and leadership skills with our biotechnology enterprise module.<br/><br/>Join us and lead the future of science and industry with versatile skills and broad industry knowledge. Prepare to make a global impact!<br/><br/>**Year 1:**<br/>**Compulsory Modules:** <br/>Biochemistry & Microbiology for Biotechnology<br/>Biotechnology Skills and Enterprise<br/>Cell Biology and Physiology<br/>Genetics I<br/>Ecological Concepts<br/>Plant Sciences<br/><br/>**Optional Modules:** <br/>Chemistry for Biochemists I<br/>Introduction to Evolution and Animal Biology.<br/><br/>**Year 2:**<br/>**Compulsory Modules:** <br/>Molecular Biotechnology & Enterprise<br/>Microbiology: Medicine<br/>Environment, and Industry<br/>Genetics II<br/>Proteins and Enzymes<br/>Academic Development & Career Building<br/><br/>**Optional Modules:** <br/>Plant Sciences, Membranes<br/>Energy and Metabolism<br/>Critical Issues for 21st Century Ecosystems<br/>Chemistry for Biochemists II<br/>Cell and Developmental Biology<br/><br/>**Year 3:**<br/>**Compulsory Module:** <br/>Biotechnology: Industry and Societal Impact.<br/><br/>**Optional Modules:** <br/>Introduction to Teaching Biosciences<br/>Evidence-based Literature Review<br/>Practical Project<br/>Biotechnology Enterprise and more<br/><br/>**Year 4:**<br/>**Compulsory Modules:** <br/>Extended Research Project<br/>Research Development<br/>Funding Sciences and Scientific Communication<br/><br/>**Optional Modules:** <br/>Eukaryotic Gene Expression<br/>Cellular Neurobiology<br/>Cancer Biology<br/>Molecular and Cellular Immunology and more.<br/><br/>**Note:** Modules are regularly reviewed to stay up-to-date with the latest research and teaching methods. Changes will be communicated to offer holders as needed.<br/><br/>Join us and lead the future of science and industry with versatile skills and broad industry knowledge. Prepare to make a global impact!