Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

About the course

This Masters course will allow students to gain a sophisticated understanding of genomics, bioinformatics and pharmaceutical science in order to contribute to research in your field or develop your career prospects. Students are typically able to choose to undertake coursework only options or a minor thesis as part of the program.

What you might learn

Students can choose units of study such as bioinformatics, biostatistics, biotechnology or laboratory skills, including an option of undertaking placements for some courses. Training throughout the degree will help you to develop key skills to specialise in that subject area.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as biotechnologist, research assistant, bioinformatician, academic, food technician, microbiologist, and etc. in companies including Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, ScienceDirect Publication, Sanofi, Roche, and etc.

Living Costs in Belfast**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) £ 10 - 14	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) £ 543 - 718	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) £ 391 - 517
Transportation (Daily) £ 3 - 4	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) £ 90 - 120

Average Salary***

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*Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2020)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: payscale.com