MSc Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

The University of Wolverhampton has a proven track record delivering MSc courses that connect academic rigour with real industry relevance.

• A research-active School: you'll be taught by a research-active team with expertise across microbiology and biotechnology applications, and you can contribute to their ongoing research through your own project.
• Facilities and connections that matter: study at our City Campus with access to research-standard laboratories, and benefit from the University's relationships with industrial partners and enterprise networks, including the University of Wolverhampton Science Park and e-Innovation Centre.
• Support that goes beyond the classroom: from 24/7 wellbeing support through WLV Student Life Connect to dedicated student success coaching for international students, you're backed throughout your studies – reflected in the University's rising National Student Survey results.
• Location and value: based in the heart of the Black Country with strong regional bioscience and manufacturing industries, and easy connections across the West Midlands, Wolverhampton offers a genuine alternative to London-based providers at a different cost of living.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

• Know your field, deeply: demonstrate a systematic and critical understanding of applied microbiology and biotechnology, and apply that understanding to current and emerging real-world problems.
• Master advanced techniques: show expertise in specialised microbial and biotechnological methods, understanding their applications, advantages and limitations.
• Work independently in the lab: plan, conduct and present rigorous experimental research in a safe, cooperative laboratory environment, using appropriate statistical analysis.
• Communicate like a professional: present complex scientific findings clearly to a range of audiences, from academic peers to industry stakeholders.
• Build a transferable professional skillset: develop the funding, enterprise, project management and teamwork skills needed for a successful career in applied microbiology and biotechnology.

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years of study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

Prathima Morbagilu Nagabhushana is a recent graduates of the MSc Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology programme at the University of Wolverhampton. 

Prathima expressed her heartfelt thanks: “I genuinely thank my project supervisor, Professor Iza Radecka, for her continuous guidance and encouragement. Her mentorship has been instrumental in my development as a researcher.”  

To read the full article, click here.

 

 

Postgraduate Loan (Home Fee Status):

You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £13,206 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans gov.uk.

* Any RPL will invalidate your eligibility as you must study a minimum of 180 credits

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as Overseas (International) students for fee purposes. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

Postgraduate Loyalty Discount:

You can get 20% discount on a taught on-site postgraduate course if you’re a University of Wolverhampton Graduate.

The University offers a generous 20% Loyalty Discount to students progressing from an undergraduate programme to a taught postgraduate programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.

There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree as long as this is your first Masters level qualification.

The discount applies to the first year of enrolment only. Students who receive a loyalty discount are not entitled to any further tuition discount or bursary. For full terms and conditions click here.

Self-funded:

If you are paying for the fees yourself then the fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April. More information can be found by clicking here.

Sponsored - Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

Your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Charitable Funding:

You might also want to explore the possibility of funding from charitable trusts. Please contact Association of Charitable Foundations, Directory of Social Change or Family Aid. Most charities and trust funds offer limited bursaries targeted to specific groups of students so you will need to research whether any of them are relevant to your situation.

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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