This two-year course gives you an advanced understanding of molecular biology computational biology and microbiology alongside teaching you valuable IT skills in data analytics that you can apply to solving real-world problems.Modern biotechnology is a hugely complex subject drawing from a range of scientific fields. On this course you learn the latest new technologies in key areas gain insights into how they are used in the global biotechnology industry and discover how microbes can be used on an industrial scale to benefit humankind.You also hone your research skills with a laboratory-based project in one of five taught areas: molecular biology computational biology applied microbiology analytical biology and biomaterials.The data analytics units are designed for non-computing graduates looking to apply IT in their work. They cover a wide range of topics including programming databases security project management and computer networking.
Which department am I in?
School of Life Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£8,950.00 (9,75,158)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Luton
University Square,
Luton,
Bedfordshire,
LU1 3JU, Southern England, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
To apply for a postgraduate degree (MA/MSc/MBA/LLM) at the University of Bedfordshire you should have a good honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in an appropriate subject from a recognised university or HE institution. We will also consider candidates with other relevant qualifications or appropriate work experience. IELTS overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each element; TOEFL iBT - Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20, Writing: 17.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.