Industrial and Commercial Biotechnology Newcastle University

Our MSc is for students from a variety of backgrounds with varied levels of biotechnology experience. You will develop an understanding of contemporary molecular biology and biotechnology principles and practices. You will also gain the skills and knowledge base required for employment in the biotechnology industry.

This course covers the scientific principles needed to give you an advanced understanding of contemporary industrial biotechnology. It helps you to develop generic practical skills in:

• handling micro-organisms
• molecular biological techniques
• data analysis

You will examine:

• the production of novel biological compounds
• the fundamental role played by micro-organisms in the turnover of pollutants
• the search and discovery of commercially significant natural products
• use and exploitation of genetically modified organisms (GMO)

The course also explores areas of related interest in biotechnology, such as:

• bioethics
• regulatory affairs
• the role of intellectual property and commercialisation

Facilities

The School of Biology has an outstanding range of facilities to support our research and teaching, including:

• fully equipped teaching and research laboratories
• lab scale fermentation of novel biological compounds

Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a related subject such as:

• biology
• biotechnology
• bioscience
• biological sciences
• pharmacy

International Students

To study this course you need to meet our Band 2 English Language requirements:

Direct Entry : IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills)

If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course.

Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests.

The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages.

Pre-sessional English Course Requirements

• 6 week Pre-sessional entry: IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills)
• 10 week Pre-sessional entry: IELTS 5.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.0 in all sub-skills)

You can study a pre-sessional English course at our INTO Newcastle Centre.