Why choose this course?

• 1st for Biosciences in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES, Advance HE, 2023)
• You’ll be taught by expert university lecturers and researchers, many having extensive research experience in academic, pharmaceutical, industrial and biotechnology sectors
• Benefit from innovative guest lectures, delivered by leading researchers in the biotechnology industry
• Immerse yourself in our modern Science Building. We offer exceptional facilities for you to practice the latest techniques in QPCR and genome editing and molecular cloning. Use our laboratories for DNA analysis, genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics.
• Upon graduation, you will be equipped to gain employment in a wide range of roles in the biotechnology industry or further postgraduate study in the bioscience field
• We adopt a blended learning approach to teaching, focussing on problem-based scenarios so you can develop strong critical analysis skills. You’ll have substantial exposure to practical techniques and guaranteed laboratory-based research projects
• If successful, you will have the opportunity to conduct a 12-month research project
• Allied Health was ranked in the top 25% of UK universities for research impact (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).
• 1st in the East of England for Medical Technology and Bioengineering (2023 Complete University Guide).