Keystone logo
Queen's University of Belfast - Medical Faculty MSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Queen's University of Belfast - Medical Faculty

MSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Belfast, United Kingdom

1 Years

English

Full time

Request application deadline

Sep 2025

GBP 25,800

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The MSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology focuses on advanced concepts in molecular biology and its application in biotechnology. The program covers key areas such as genetic engineering, bioinformatics, and the principles of molecular techniques. Students engage in hands-on laboratory work, giving them practical experience in state-of-the-art facilities. This course typically spans one year full-time or two years part-time.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including research and development, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, environmental science, and biotechnology firms. Opportunities include roles as research scientists, laboratory managers, and regulatory affairs specialists.

Introduction

Biotechnology is the exploitation of living systems or molecules from them for commercial gain. Although the word 'biotechnology' is only a few decades old, humankind has been using biotechnology for millennia, for example in baking, brewing and sewage treatment.

Modern biotechnologies rely on our increasing ability to manipulate organisms at the genetic level and include novel waste treatments and bioremediations, new pharmaceuticals, the exploitation of enzymes in 'green catalysis' and exciting new diagnostic techniques. In the 20th century, our lives were transformed by information technology; the 21st century may see an equally great transformation, but this time led by biotechnology.

This Masters degree aims to teach the fundamental molecular bioscience underpinning biotechnology along with examples of its current applications.

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally no later than 31st July for courses which commence in late September. If any program receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal. Notifications to this effect will appear on the Direct Application Portal against the programme application page.

Please note a deposit may be required to guarantee a place on the course. Due to high demand, applications may not be considered if the course has reached its maximum class size and will be placed on a waiting list. Please see the deposit terms and conditions for more details.

Molecular Biology and Biotechnology highlights

  • Student Experience
  • World Class Facilities
Read more on the institution's website

Admissions

Scholarships and Funding

Curriculum

Program Tuition Fee

Career Opportunities

Program delivery

Program Admission Requirements

Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.

About the School

Questions