Overview

course will provide you with a broad biological understanding and training in modern molecular techniques, which will be transferable across multiple sectors, such as: biotechnology, pharma, aquaculture, agriculture and food industries, water companies and biomedical-science and public-health organisations.

The University of Essex offers this degree in Biotechnology .

Your future

Biotechnology is a fast-growing, innovative field that provides sustainable ways to heal, clean and feed the planet.

Our BSc Biotechnology course will provide you with a broad biological understanding and training in modern molecular techniques, which will be transferable across multiple sectors, such as: biotechnology, pharma, aquaculture, agriculture and food industries, water companies and biomedical-science and public-health organisations. You will acquire the skills required for a range of other careers, such as research, teaching and science communication.

New final-year modules were designed with employability in mind, by including visits to a range of biotech/agritech companies. You will also have access to cutting-edge facilities, and have many opportunities to develop entrepreneurial skills, both within our School of Life Sciences and via Essex Startups.

We also work with our University's Student Development Team to help you find out about work experience, internships, placements, and future employment.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

developing haemoglobin-based blood substitutes

identifying therapeutic DNAzymes for cancer treatment

repurposing drugs for treating SARS-CoV-2 infections

linking nutrition and health (via diet-ageing-neurodegeneration-microbiomes-disease)

understanding molecular mechanisms, and the spread of, antibiotic resistance

developing new approaches for bioremediation of polluted environments

providing sustainable methods to reduce biofouling

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 54 other Bachelors in Biotechnology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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76

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60

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCSE: Mathematics C/4.

A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels, including B in Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology or Life and Health Sciences. Please note we are unable to accept A-level Applied Science to meet the Biology (or equivalent) requirement.

BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels.

Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent including B in Biology (or equivalent).Tariff point offers may be made if you are taking a qualification, or mixture of qualifications, from the list on our undergraduate application information page.

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Tuition Fees

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24360 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Colchester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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