MSc Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology with Professional Practice
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-16 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology with Professional Practice program at the University of Wolverhampton combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, preparing students for careers in microbiology and biotechnology. The program emphasizes genetics and genomics, exploring their applications in industrial, environmental, agricultural, and medical settings. Students gain hands-on experience through two work placements and develop essential research skills through a research project. Graduates are equipped for roles in research and development, industry, academia, and government.
Program Outline
MSc Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology with Professional Practice - University of Wolverhampton
Degree Overview:
Combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, students develop expertise in industrial, environmental, agricultural, and medical settings. The program emphasizes genetics and genomics, exploring their applications in societal progress.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Applied Biotechnology: Explores the industrial, environmental, medical, and agricultural applications of microbial biotechnology. Focuses on bioreactors, bioremediation, pollution control, wastewater treatment, plant improvement, value-added material production, biopharmaceuticals, and healthcare products.
- Applied Food Microbiology: Investigates the implications of global food production, emphasizing the role of microbiology in food security, safety, and waste management. Covers global population growth, food supply chain globalization, food preservation, enhancement, spoilage, pathogenicity, authenticity, reliability, and food waste management strategies.
- Masters Research Project: A research-based project, allowing students to plan and conduct independent research aligned with the program's overall focus.
- Masters' Laboratory Techniques: Provides students with essential laboratory skills required for their research project.
- Molecular Genetics and Genomics: Provides a solid foundation in molecular genetics, gene structure, and genomics, leading to advanced understanding. Covers gene manipulation techniques like sequencing, cloning, PCR, microarrays, transformation, and transgenics for disease inheritance and diagnosis.
- Professional Practice in Molecular Cell Biology: Develops skills in project management, technology transfer, fund sourcing, collaboration, and business enterprise development in molecular cell biology.
- Professional Work Experience (2 placements): 48 weeks of work experience to enhance employability and gain practical understanding of the workplace and chosen career. Develops commercial awareness, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Research Methods: Develops research skills and methodologies required for advanced research study. Covers project planning, data analysis, statistics, time management, data management, technology transfer, collaboration, data presentation, information retrieval, and report writing.
Year 2:
- Masters Research Project: A continuation of the research project from Year 1.
Assessment:
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Teaching:
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Careers:
Graduates are prepared for careers in:
- Microbiology
- Biotechnology
- Research and Development
- Industry
- Academia
- Government
Potential job titles include:
- Microbiologist
- Biotechnologist
- Research Scientist
- Development Scientist
- Laboratory Technician
- Quality Control Analyst
- University Lecturer
- Government Policy Advisor
Other:
- The program is offered full-time over two years.
- The start date for the next intake is September 16, 2024.
- The program is based at the University of Wolverhampton's City Campus.
- The program is led by the School of Life Sciences.
- The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a variety of careers in the field of microbiology and biotechnology.
Note:
This information is based on the provided context and may not be exhaustive. Please refer to the University of Wolverhampton's website for the most up-to-date information.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
- Home: £8883 per year (2022-23)
- Home: £9328 per year (2023-24)
- Home: £9794 per year (2024-25)
- International: £15450 per year (2022-23)
- International: £16450 per year (2023-24)
- International: £16950 per year (2024-25)
- The fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April.
