The Molecular Biology and Biotechnology MSc at Queen's University Belfast offers a comprehensive postgraduate education for those aspiring to contribute to the forefront of biological innovation. This Master's degree is ideal for students eager to understand and apply advanced biological principles, from the intricate structures of nucleic acids and proteins to the practicalities of bio-entrepreneurship. You will delve into a field that is rapidly transforming industries, offering solutions in medicine, environmental remediation, and sustainable manufacturing through the exploitation of living systems and molecules.
This full-time, on-campus MSc is delivered over one year by research-active staff within the School of Biological Sciences. Your learning journey will encompass core modules in foundational biotechnology, nucleic acid and protein structure and function, alongside optional specialisations in bio-entrepreneurship or bioinformatics. The programme culminates in an intensive three-month laboratory research project, preparing you for impactful careers in research and biotechnology, or further doctoral studies. You will graduate with advanced practical skills and a deep understanding of modern biotechnological applications.