Cork,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biotechnology in Cork Ireland | University College Cork
University College Cork
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Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
23,500
(c. USD27,136.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our one-year MSc Biotechnology program equips students with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience for careers in biomedical research, biopharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and biotech sectors. Developed in collaboration with professionals from local biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, the curriculum focuses on building employer-demanded competencies.
This comprehensive program includes eight course modules, laboratory practicals, career development workshops, an industry speaker series, and a half-year research placement. Students can opt to conduct their six-month research project either at domestic/international companies or academic institutions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Candidates must have obtained at least a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent in a subject(s) related to that of the MSc programme.
Graduates with a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Graduates with equivalent qualifications in related areas of science and technology, or with proven and relevant industrial experience can be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for places following interview and assessment by the Director of the MSc (Biotechnology) Programme.
Candidates must be approved by the MSc (Biotechnology) course team and/or the Director of the MSc (Biotechnology) Programme. The number of places is limited and selection will be made on the basis of the candidate's performance in his/her primary degree or interview.
Duolingo English Test: DET 120 (with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section)
IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20
Cambridge Examinations:
C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First
176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test
Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59
Tuition
EUR
23,500