About the course

Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology. With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub and Portsmouth ranked third of all modern post-92 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to study our Master’s in Biotechnology. You’ll develop your understanding of molecular tools that are used to solve global issues, including the exploration of genetic engineering, bioinformatics, online biological databases, and tailor your studies and experiments to the areas of biotechnology that match your interests. When you graduate, you’ll be in a strong position to succeed in many fields from industry and academia to research and development - with the opportunity to specialise later in your career. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£20,600

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Portsmouth
Autumn (September), 2024	Portsmouth
Spring (January), 2025	Portsmouth
Autumn (September), 2025	Portsmouth

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Portsmouth

A 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience and other qualifications may be taken into consideration for applicants not meeting this requirement.

　　IELTS: 6.5 with no component below 6.0

　　TOEFL iBT:91 with minimum of 20 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking, 20 in Writing

　　TOEFL pBT:160

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 91.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Portsmouth. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

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　　THE World ranking47th / 130

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