MSc Biotechnology

Turn your ambition into the postgraduate qualification you need and open doors to an exciting career in biotechnology.

With the UK being Europe’s leading biotech hub and Portsmouth ranked third of all modern post-92 universities in the UK for research power, there’s no better time to study our Master’s in Biotechnology.

You’ll develop your understanding of molecular tools used to solve global issues, including the exploration of genetic engineering, bioinformatics, and online biological databases, and tailor your studies and experiments to the areas of biotechnology that match your interests.

When you graduate, you’ll be in a strong position to succeed in many fields, from industry and academia to research and development – with the opportunity to specialise later in your career.

Course highlights

• Prepare to work in industry or academic environments, choosing subjects that match your aspirations.
• Unpack a practical and a theoretical understanding of the molecular techniques used in the biotechnology sector.
• Develop your practical skills using professional research equipment in the University's complex of over 30 laboratories.
• Benefit from our world-renowned Centre for Enzyme Innovation, where we're researching solutions to some of the most pressing global environmental problems.
• Study modules in entrepreneurship, bioinformatics, and genetic engineering.
• Access opportunities to build your business ideas through our Student start-up and Entrepreneurs in Residence.

We’re proud to be a breath of fresh air in the academic world – a place where everyone gets the support they need to achieve their best. We’re always discovering. We don’t fit the mould, we break it. Just as the world keeps moving, so do we.

We’re closely involved with our local community, and we take our ideas into the global marketplace. We partner with businesses, industry, and government to set the course for a better future. And we educate and transform the lives of our students to help them achieve their potential. We stand out, not just in the UK but in the world. We excel in research areas from cosmology and astrophysics to cybersecurity, forensics, and sport science. Since the first day we opened our doors, we've looked towards the future. And we're here to help you shape it.