Master of Science [M.Sc] (Biotechnology)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
£28,700/Yr
£28,700 /Yr
- 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.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | £28700 (GBP 28700) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | £6966 (GBP 6966) |
| Total Cost | £6966 (GBP 6966) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | £38640 (GBP 38640) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they complete one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students should hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, usually in a relevant subject area. This should be equivalent to at least a UK ‘Upper Second Class (2:1)’ or ‘Lower Second Class (2:2)’ degree.
- Students from Indian Universities should score 60% in Upper Second Class (2:1)’ or 55% in ‘Lower Second Class (2:2)’ degrees. These are the college minimum scores and particular departments may seek grades at a higher level.
- Applicant should hold a GPA of 3.0 (Upper Second Class) or 2.6 (Lower Second Class) out of 4.0 or hold a GPA of 6.0 (Upper Second Class) or 5.5 (Lower Second Class) out of 10.
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 90 in ibt
- IELTS: minimum 6.5
- PTE: minimum 71
Scores Required
Required Document List
The documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of Marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities for the students are:
- Medical scientists
- Biological technicians
- Medical and Clinical Lab Technologists & Technicians
- Biochemists and Biophysicists
- Biomedical Engineers
- Microbiologists
- Epidemiologists
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Developing Solutions Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| South Asia Postgraduate Excellence Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 5,470/Yr$5,470 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeEasy-to-Apply | |
| Deutschland Stipendium Program | Scholarship per student£ 4,363/Yr$4,363 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Goa Education Trust Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 1,385/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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