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Master of Science [M.Sc] [Biotechnology] From University of Nottingham

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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Biotechnology)

STEM Course

1 year

Full Time

On Campus

Field of Study:

Biotechnology

£28,700/Yr

£28,700 /Yr

Master of Science in Biotechnology at the University of Nottingham is a 1-year program.
It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
Students who want to pursue it as a part-time program can do it as a two-year program.
The emphasis of the course is about the impact of modern biotechnological tools and approaches to address today's global challenges, from food to therapeutics.
This course offers unique components related to specialist skills in three pathways
- Plant pathway
- Microbial pathway
- Animal pathway
The course consists of 180 credits and is taught over three semesters.
Taught modules contribute 120 credits, with a research project and a dissertation contributing to 60 credits.
As a part of the curriculum, students will complete a 3-month project in an area of interest which will take place on an industry placement or at the University.
This course offers unique components related to specialist skills in three pathways: Plant Biotechnology pathway,Microbial Biotechnology pathway,Animal Biotechnology pathway.
Students get technology-enhanced labs provide a world-class practical learning experience.
You will need an average mark of 50% to pass the MSc overall. You will be given a copy of our marking criteria when you start the course and will receive regular feedback from your lecturers and tutors.
Students get the opportunity to attend workshops that help students to develop their professional skills to succeed in the global job market.
Students will work on the research project between June and September, either based at the University or within an industry placement.
About 94.1% of postgraduates of Master of Science in Biotechnology at the University of Nottingham get employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was 32,173 USD.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	£28700 (GBP 28700)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Room and Board	£6966 (GBP 6966)
Total Cost	£6966 (GBP 6966)

Previous Year Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
2021	£38640 (GBP 38640)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they complete one of the following eligibility criteria:

Students should hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, usually in a relevant subject area. This should be equivalent to at least a UK ‘Upper Second Class (2:1)’ or ‘Lower Second Class (2:2)’ degree.
Students from Indian Universities should score 60% in Upper Second Class (2:1)’ or 55% in ‘Lower Second Class (2:2)’ degrees. These are the college minimum scores and particular departments may seek grades at a higher level.
Applicant should hold a GPA of 3.0 (Upper Second Class) or 2.6 (Lower Second Class) out of 4.0 or hold a GPA of 6.0 (Upper Second Class) or 5.5 (Lower Second Class) out of 10.

English Language Requirements:

TOEFL: minimum 90 in ibt
IELTS: minimum 6.5
PTE: minimum 71

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

87 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

320 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE updated

Required Document List

The documents required are:

Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
Statement of Marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.

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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities for the students are:

Medical scientists
Biological technicians
Medical and Clinical Lab Technologists & Technicians
Biochemists and Biophysicists
Biomedical Engineers
Microbiologists
Epidemiologists

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Nottingham Developing Solutions Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
South Asia Postgraduate Excellence Scholarship	Scholarship per student£ 5,470/Yr$5,470	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeEasy-to-Apply	View Details
Deutschland Stipendium Program	Scholarship per student£ 4,363/Yr$4,363	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Goa Education Trust Scholarships	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Debesh Kamal Scholarship	Scholarship per student£ 1,385/Yr$1,385	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details