MSc Biotechnology & Business
Combine core biotechnology science with comprehensive business education at University College Dublin.
Best for:Best for science graduates seeking to combine technical biotechnology expertise with commercial and business acumen.
Overview
The MSc Biotechnology & Business at University College Dublin provides students with a solid academic grounding in the scientific principles of biotechnology alongside a comprehensive business education. Designed for graduates from biology, chemistry, or related technical disciplines, the curriculum bridges scientific innovation with commercial strategy. Students participate in lectures, laboratory sessions, and coursework aimed at developing both technical competence and entrepreneurial leadership skills. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for diverse careers spanning the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and business sectors.
What you'll do
- Complete 90 credits of coursework and modules across biotechnology and business disciplines
- Engage in lectures, seminars, and on-campus laboratory activities
- Collaborate with peers on interdisciplinary projects bridging science and commerce
- Fulfill all continuous assessment, examination, and thesis or project requirements
Requirements
Degree required: BSc in Biology or Chemistry related discipline, or equivalent qualification in science and technology
Degree offered: MSc
Language: English; IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 in each element, or equivalent
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in biology, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- Academic record demonstrating upper second class honours or international equivalent
- Quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills
- Open to domestic EEA applicants
- Open to international non-EU applicants
- Applicants may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for admission or credit exemptions
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Applicants should submit their application online through the official graduate applications portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and proof of English language proficiency are prepared for upload. Review the institutional guidelines for specific entry requirements and potential recognition of prior learning options.
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Proof of English language proficiency
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