MSc Biotechnology

University of Reading

Discover how biotechnology can be used to solve real-world health problems, and undertake a placement or research project as part of your degree, with our MSc Biotechnology course.Choose MSc Biotechnology at the University of ReadingA degree designed with world leading industrialists to serve as a talent pipeline.Explore the science that underpins future trends in biotechnology, including AI and big data.Study in-depth aspects of the commerce of biotechnology with business experts in our triple-accredited Henley Business School.Learn from academics who have experience converting scientific research into successful commercial enterprises.Gain professional experience by undertaking a three month placement with one of our industry partners, or gain hands-on experience of laboratory research by carrying out a product development project co-supervised by an industry mentor.Gain career mentoring from industrialists.Develop professional networks through regular interactions with key players from both UK and international biotechnology companies.What you'll learnAt the University of Reading, we've collaborated with employers in the life sciences sector to develop our MSc Biotechnology course.Working with case studies from industry, you'll learn how the biotechnology industry produces new treatments and diagnostic tools for use in healthcare.You'll explore:the drug development process, from initial drug discovery through to clinical trials and regulatory approvalthe principles of key technologies such as cell and gene-based therapies, artificial intelligence and machine learning in healthcare and drug discoverythe use of genomics and multiomics technologies in precision medicinehow the biotechnology industry operates from a business perspective, including topics such as venture capital and intellectual property.