Biotechnology and Biodesign MRes 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

31,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MRes

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Advances in biotechnology, computing, and laboratory automation are being coupled with design thinking approaches and engineer biological systems.

These may produce more sustainable products than traditional manufacturing. Examples include:

  • the production of synthetic meat substitutes
  • dairy-free milk
  • adaptive building materials
  • petroleum-replacement products
  • designer antimicrobial compounds
  • smart drug delivery systems
Our Biotechnology and Biodesign MRes:

  • provides a foundation in design thinking approaches
  • covers recent developments in applied biotechnology
  • provides an opportunity to develop and refine your laboratory skills
  • provides the opportunity to develop your own research project
The training forms an excellent foundation for students opting to follow a research-orientated career path. It also opens up opportunities for successful careers in the biotechnology industry.

The course is interdisciplinary. You'll be suitable for this course if you are a science graduate and are looking to develop your knowledge and research skills.

You'll gain the skills to address critical global challenges in:

  • sustainability
  • food security
  • the environment
  • healthcare

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MRes

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Advances in biotechnology, computing, and laboratory automation are being coupled with design thinking approaches and engineer biological systems.

These may produce more sustainable products than traditional manufacturing. Examples include:

  • the production of synthetic meat substitutes
  • dairy-free milk
  • adaptive building materials
  • petroleum-replacement products
  • designer antimicrobial compounds
  • smart drug delivery systems
Our Biotechnology and Biodesign MRes:

  • provides a foundation in design thinking approaches
  • covers recent developments in applied biotechnology
  • provides an opportunity to develop and refine your laboratory skills
  • provides the opportunity to develop your own research project
The training forms an excellent foundation for students opting to follow a research-orientated career path. It also opens up opportunities for successful careers in the biotechnology industry.

The course is interdisciplinary. You'll be suitable for this course if you are a science graduate and are looking to develop your knowledge and research skills.

You'll gain the skills to address critical global challenges in:

  • sustainability
  • food security
  • the environment
  • healthcare

Admission Requirements

6.5+
90+
70+
3.3+

A 2.1 Honours degree or international equivalent in biology, chemistry, or related discipline.

We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have a degree in a related subject not listed above or a lower/non-standard qualification with significant industrial or professional experience.

12 Months
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
13,900 GBP
International
31,000 GBP

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