Research projects
On our courses, you'll undertake research projects working with researchers from across the university; a group project based in the lab and a lab-based or non-lab based project. These projects will give you extensive research experience, helping you stand out when applying for jobs or a PhD.
'We were given the freedom to choose our own idea or one for a real start-up, which made the project feel much more relevant. It's really pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me develop skills I wouldn’t have gained through a purely scientific project.' — Aimee Morgan, MSc Biotechnology (Entrepreneurship) (2025)
Placements
Our Biotechnology (Healthcare Technologies) MSc and Biotechnology (Sustainable Biotechnologies) MSc courses are offered with an optional professional placement.
Going on a placement gives you the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge during a year working in industry. You’ll be able to make contacts and try out future career options to see if it’s what you really want to do and broaden your experience and transferable skills, often while earning a salary.
Placements in industry are valuable for developing essential workplace skills such as:
- Improving your problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Prioritising tasks to meet deadlines
You’ll also have the chance to put what you’ve learned so far on your course to practical use.
Placement opportunities can’t be guaranteed, but you will receive tailored support from our specialist team to help you secure a placement.
