Modern biotechnology is a hugely complex subject, drawing from a range of scientific fields. On this course, you learn the latest new technologies in key areas; gain insights into how they are used in the global biotechnology industry; and discover how microbes can be used on an industrial scale to benefit humankind.
You also hone your research skills with a laboratory-based project in one of five taught areas: molecular biology; computational biology; applied microbiology; analytical biology; and biomaterials.
The project management units explore the complexity of implementing plans and achieving change in organisations as well as the methods managers can use to overcome these obstacles.
Why choose this course?
Study the latest developments in applied microbiology and computational biology in high-quality, broad-based classes taught by dedicated staff with research experience in specialist subject areas
Explore the latest technologies in molecular biology and the industrial processes that are used to exploit microbes for specific products and applications
Develop the ability to use information from relevant sources, and independently and critically evaluate current research and advanced scholarship
Gain the ability to use assured, accurate and fluent language to present your work, and learn to develop graphs and images that clearly illustrate complex points
Benefit from a wide knowledge base and the key transferable skills that will give you the opportunity to take your career to new heights in the biotechnology and allied industries
Unit Information - What will I learn?
Units
Analytical Methods (BHS013-6) Compulsory
Applied Microbiology (BHS014-6) Compulsory
Biomaterials (BHS042-6) Compulsory
Biotechnology Research Project (BHS000-6) Compulsory
Computational And Systems Biology (BHS043-6) Compulsory
Developing Independent Research (CIS132-6) Compulsory
Leading And Managing Organisational Resources (BSS064-6) Compulsory
Molecular Biology (BHS012-6) Compulsory
Personal Professional Development (BSS074-6) Compulsory
Project Management (BSS060-6) Compulsory
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is undertaken in all units of the course to check that you have met the threshold standards expected of all students. Most units have two summative assessment points and you will be provided with feedback that is designed to show you where you are meeting/exceeding the standards and where/how you can/should make further improvement. The final assessment in most of the taught units is a formal written examination. Elsewhere, a range of assessment methods are used. These include not only scientific laboratory reports, but others that develop a range of transferable skills, including research proposals and poster/oral presentations. These are is designed to build upon and extend what is expected of students with an undergraduate degree.
