Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology

at University of Westminster - Cavendish Campus United Kingdom

Overview

Our established programme in Biotechnology, which has been extensively updated, includes a wide range of modern molecular biology techniques and how biotechnology can be used by today's society. You will complement your theoretical studies with hands on experience of fully controlled fermenters that are up to pilot-plant scale, and are linked to modern monitoring and control systems.

You will study a range of subjects in considerable depth, including bioactive compounds, industrial bioprocesses, microbial physiology and fermentation technology, microbial production of novel metabolites, monitoring and control of fermentation, topics in biotechnology, and types of bioreactors.

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30

Application Processing Days

Under Graduate

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12

Duration

University of Westminster - Cavendish Campus

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Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology Assistant Fee

$14000

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Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology Admissions Requirements

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.
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30

Application Processing Days

Full Time On Campus

Program Intensity

Under Graduate

Program Level

12

Duration

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English Test Requirement

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