Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Master of Science - MS

Level 7 Core

Level 7 Optional

Level 7

Programme Structure

Graduates: Normally entrants to the programme will have at least a lower second class degree (2:2) in biology or related science.

Graduates: Normally entrants to the programme will have at least a lower second class degree (2:2) in biology or related science. Offerings: All

Normally a good degree in biological or related sciences with a recognised English language qualification (IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each category).

Normally a good degree in biological or related sciences with a recognised English language qualification (IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each category). Offerings: All

Develop relevant practical techniques applicable to the biotechnology sector.

Critically evaluate information and data from a variety of sources.

Demonstrate competency in the use of information technology to analyse, process, retrieve, prepare and present information.

Plan, develop and implement appropriate research methodologies.

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of concepts, principles and theories relevant to biotechnology.

Communicate effectively using a range of media.

Apply appropriate practical techniques to the execution of biotechnology research projects.

Develop understanding of the academic research environment within the broad field of biotechnology.

Demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Develop the organisational skills to manage resources and time.

Employ a range bioinformatics databases to analyse, extract and process information.

Learn to work under pressure, to deadlines and to make important decisions in an industrial/academic research setting.

Provide oral and written technical presentations using a range of computational tools and packages.

Draw sound conclusions from information/data and communicate their findings clearly.

Convey findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Plan, conduct, evaluate and report the results of a scientific research project while demonstrating good laboratory practice (GLP) and COSHH.

Demonstrate originality in tackling and solving problems.

Course Catalogue

Industrial Biotechnology - 30535 - MSc