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Biotechnology degrees in the UK

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Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

Sheffield Hallam University United Kingdom

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Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

University of Surrey United Kingdom

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Microbial Biotechnology (C5J7) BSc (Hons)

University of Liverpool United Kingdom

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Biology with Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

Bangor University United Kingdom

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Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

University of Chester United Kingdom

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Biological Sciences (Biotechnology) J700 BSc

University of Birmingham United Kingdom

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Medical Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

University of East London (UEL) United Kingdom

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Biological Sciences (Biotechnology) J700 BSc (Hons)

University of Edinburgh United Kingdom

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Biochemistry with Molecular Biology and Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

University of Aberdeen United Kingdom

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Biotechnology BSc (Hons)

Edge Hill University United Kingdom

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Biotechnology BSc

University of Nottingham United Kingdom

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Biotechnology with Management BSc

Imperial College London United Kingdom

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Pharmacology (B210) BSc (Hons)

University of Dundee United Kingdom

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Food and Consumer Science BSc (Hons)

Abertay University United Kingdom

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Study a Biotechnology degree in the UK in 2025

Biotechnology looks at the coming together of natural sciences and engineering sciences in order to use biological systems and living organisms to create products that meet a certain need. There are five main areas of biotechnology: animal, environmental, human, industrial and plant. You might choose to study a degree that focuses on one of these areas specifically, or a degree that covers them all throughout your studies.

Graduates of a degree in biotechnology will have a range of career options available to them. These include microbiologist, geneticist, ecological consultant, research analyst, and laboratory technician, among others.

Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as practical laboratory based sessions. Depending on your course, you may also have the opportunity to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:

  • Genetics
  • Cells to Organisms
  • Molecular Biotechnology
  • Neuroscience
  • Population and Evolution
  • Behavioural Ecology

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

See our detailed guide to studying in the UK for international students.

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