BSc (Hons)Biotechnology
| Study location | United Kingdom, Guildford, Surrey |
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| Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | BSc (Hons) |
| Course code | C560 |
| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) A level grades ABB-ABB. At least one science A level, preferably Biology. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each band) |
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| Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.
Programme structure
Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4)
In Year 1, you will study a broad range of microbiology and biotechnology topics to allow you to develop a strong foundation of knowledge in the subject. Laboratory practical sessions will complement your study of theoretical modules in topics such as medical microbiology, cell biology and molecular biology. You will also study some biochemistry, in order to refine your understanding of biochemical aspects of microbiology.
Modules include:
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Chemistry and Maths for Biosciences
Microbiology: An Introduction to the Microbial World
Molecular Biology
Physiology
Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5)
During Year 2, you will study aspects of microbiology and biotechnology in greater depth, and will apply basic theories to more complex scenarios and scientific phenomena. Specifically, areas such as cellular microbiology, immunology and virology are explored. A specific focus of your studies in Year 2 is preparation for your Professional Training placement year.
Modules include:
Cellular Microbiology and Virology
Food Microbiology: The Microflora of Food
Food Science: Perception, Processing and Presentation
Introduction to Immunology
Microbial Communities and Interactions
Molecular Biology
Pathology and Medicine
Professional Training placement (optional)
Our Professional Training programme is one of the very best available, and the majority of our students choose to undertake a placement year.
Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6)
In Year 3, the core taught modules you will study vary, depending on your specialist pathway, and include topics such as advanced immunology, molecular biology, systems biology and medical biochemistry. The largest single component of the year is the research project (equivalent to two modules), carried out under the supervision of a member of staff. For their research project, students on the Biotechnology programme have recently chosen to investigate the generation of energy by microbes, the microbial production of antibiotics and useful pharmaceuticals produced by eukaryotes.
Modules include:
Biomedical Product Discovery
Clinical Immunology and Immunohaematology
Epidemiology and Control of Infectious Diseases
Metabolic Engineering and Systems Biology
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Pathogenesis of Infectious Diseases
Research Project
Career opportunities
Graduates over the last few years have secured roles such as:
Procter & Gamble, Microbiology Researcher
Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association, Senior Research Officer and PhD
Tesco, Technical Development Executive
Northern Foods (Solway Foods Factory), Process Development Technologist
TMO Renewals, Scientist
Jordans & Ryvita Company, Taste and Development Technician
Leatherhead Food Research, Research Assistant
Sanofi Aventis, Microbiology Analyst
University of Eastern Finland, Researcher
Many students progress to higher degrees at Masters and doctorate levels.
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