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MSc Plant Biotechnology and Enterprise
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to join the next generation of scientists and entrepreneurs
This programme provides a unique opportunity to really shape the future. Gain the technical and scientific skills needed to support increased agricultural productivity and the development of new biotechnological innovations whilst also delivering a commercial approach through the business-related enterprise element of the course.
Alongside taught modules and practical lab-based experience offering one to one mentoring, this focused programme will enable students to develop their own research project, access vital training in business development and create links with leading biotech industries whilst developing essential skills for the employment market.
Now is your chance to join a world top 100 University, benefit from an outstanding student experience, be part of world leading research in state of the art facilities – apply today, join us at Durham and achieve the extraordinary!
Key Information
| Programme | MSc Plant Biotechnology and Enterprise |
|---|---|
| Duration | 12 months, full-time |
| Start date | September 2023 |
| Location | Durham University, a World Top 100 university, UK |
| More information and fees | MSc Plant Biotechnology and Enterprise - Course Information - Durham University |
| Apply | Applying to Durham |
| Funding | Funding your Studies |
| Watch | Watch our video |
| Contact us | pgt.biosciences@durham.ac.uk |
Course Structure
The programme consists of five compulsory taught modules (80 credits) and a research project (100 credits). The modules aim to provide exceptional subject-specific content and transferable knowledge and skills.
| Module Title | Lead Department | Credit value |
|---|---|---|
| Frontiers of Plant Science | Biosciences | 15 |
| Agriculture and Biotechnology | Biosciences | 15 |
| Bioinformatics, data analysis (statistics R)* | Biosciences | 15 |
| Innovation and Enterprise in Plant Biotechnology | Biosciences | 20 |
| Technology in the Biosciences | Biosciences | 15 |
| Research Project | Biosciences | 100 |
Learning
Teaching and learning will be delivered via the use of workshops and practical classes, seminars and lectures, small group work, case studies, research project, guest industrial lecturers, self-directed and web-based learning.
Careers
This masters course could help you progress into the career areas shown below:
- Commercial organisations including large international firms and SME’s/startups in biotech and pharmaceutical sectors
- Academia following PhD level study
- Patent attorney
- Research funding Agencies e.g. UK Research & Investment, European Research Council and the International Science Council.
- Scientific and policy related roles in government departments and executive agencies
- Biotech Finance sector e.g. Banking and Venture Capital
Durham University students can access excellent support from Careers & Enterprise staff including enterprise themed startup workshops, competitions and 1:1 business support and advice.