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Undergraduate School of Health and Life Sciences
University of the West of Scotland
MSc Biotechnology
The MSc in Biotechnology will develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of theoretical and practical skills relevant to the biotechnology industry.
Lanarkshire January September
Duration
1 year full-time / 2 years part-time
IELTS (min)
6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)
Course overview
About the Course
The MSc Biotechnology / Biotechnology (Professional Practice) equips you for a career in the fast-moving biotechnology and life science industries, or prepares you to progress your studies to academic research (PhD study).
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Designed and delivered with industry input, the MSc will develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of theoretical and practical skills relevant to the biotechnology industry, advance your understanding of the industry, and grow your research skills. An appreciation of the principles of commercialisation in the biotechnology industry is developed through guest speakers from the bio-industry.
Programme structure
Course Modules
Explore the academic structure of this programme year by year.
- Professional Practice (60 Credits)
Tuition information
Tuition Fees
2026/2027 Academic Year
Scholarships Available
£18,900 for the full course
£2,700 per 20-credit module
*Fees shown are the international (all other EU plus non-EU) rate for the standard MSc in 2026/27 (the Professional Practice variant costs more). Scottish, UK and Republic of Ireland, and Channel Island/Isle of Man rates differ — see the official course page for the full breakdown.
English language
Entry Requirements
English language proficiency requirements for direct master's entry.
6.0
IELTS Score Required
Minimum 5.5 in each individual component
Accepted alternatives
Other recognized tests
This is UWS's standard requirement for postgraduate taught degrees; non-EU students can also undertake a pre-sessional English course at the start of the programme.
Official admissions guidance
Academic Entry Requirements
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis. If your qualifications aren't listed on the official course page, UWS takes a range of factors into account, including relevant professional experience.
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Official course information
This page is based on official material published by the University of the West of Scotland.