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MSc - Master of Science
University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus
Full Time
Sep 2027
1 Year
On this MSc Medical Biotechnology degree, you’ll develop practical and analytical skills in molecular biotechnology, including the exploration of online biological databases, therapeutics, bioinformatics and diagnostics. You'll build practical laboratory skills used in academia and industry, and study in a challenging learning environment informed by professional practice, current research and advanced laboratory techniques. Medical biotechnology is a rapidly expanding industry. With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub (McKinsey & Co) and Portsmouth ranked third of all post-1992 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to take your previous studies to postgraduate level. When you graduate, you’ll be ready for a successful career in research or industry in the biotechnology sector, or in the fields of bioscience or pharmaceutics. Course highlights Unpack a practical and theoretical understanding of the molecular techniques used in the medical biotechnology sector Conduct independent medical biotechnology research in areas such as pathology, drug development, clinical trials, business and bioinformatics Access professional research equipment in the University's many laboratories, including the Biophysical and Pharmaceutics labs Learn from medical professionals and academics working in drug design, synthesis and diagnostics – with the opportunity to undertake a research project in a professional environment (previous project partners have included Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Sierra Medical) Have opportunities to build your business ideas through our Student start-up and Entrepreneurs in Residence.
You need to study modules worth a total of 180 credits. For example, 4 modules worth 30 credits and 1 module worth 60 credits.
Demonstrate an in-depth level of knowledge regarding the development of diagnostic methodologies and the theoretical basis of a range of medical biotechnology techniques.
You need to study modules worth a total of 180 credits. For example, 4 modules worth 30 credits and 1 module worth 60 credits.
Describe in detail the molecular basis of selected diseases and novel therapeutics.
You need to study modules worth a total of 180 credits. For example, 4 modules worth 30 credits and 1 module worth 60 credits.
Critically discuss the ethical issues and associated implications of working with human samples, animals and/or stem cells to a variety of research topics associated with medical biotechnology.
You need to study modules worth a total of 180 credits. For example, 4 modules worth 30 credits and 1 module worth 60 credits.
Demonstrate an in-depth level of knowledge regarding the development and efficacy testing of novel therapeutic agents, and the theoretical basis of a selection of medical biotechnology methodologies used in this field.
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