ObjectivesThis course will give you awareness of the molecular biology, fermentation and engineering processes involved in producing current and new therapeutic agents and the need for containment and validation of those processes. You will obtain a broad grounding in fundamental subjects central to medical biotechnology.
Entry requirementsYou should normally have an Honours degree in biological sciences, biotechnology, biochemical engineering or a related discipline; or equivalent qualifications that may be accepted. If your first language is not English you should normally have attained the equivalent of an IELTS score of at least 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.5 in each of the four components; or TOEFL (paper) score of at least 600 plus TOEFL written test at Grade 4.5 or above; TOEFL (computer based test) of at least 250; or Cambridge Proficiency, Grade B.
Academic titleMSc Medical Biotechnology
Course descriptionIntroduction
Demand for process technology specialists in the pharmaceutical industries is rising. Research and development of new "biological" pharmaceuticals is often carried out by small to medium enterprises under contract to large pharmaceutical companies.
Options: (choose one)
Bioinformatics Biotechnology and Business
Molecular Therapeutics
A research project is also required for successful completion of the MSc. This may be carried out at your place of employment if you study part-time.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching takes the form of traditional lectures (including some given by visiting experts), tutorials and workshops. Some modules include practical sessions. Group working is encouraged. Examinations are set and coursework is assessed. Coursework is varied and includes group and individual seminar presentations, essays, practical reports, workshops and preparation of articles for journals. Work undertaken in the research project is reported in a 10,000 word dissertation.
Associated Careers
The course is aimed at those aspiring to be researchers and managers in the pharmaceutical industry.