Biotechnology MSc in London United Kingdom | Queen Mary University of London

A new UK-US collaboration in science and technology has sparked rising demand for experts in industrial biotechnology and synthetic biology (also called engineering biology). This program trains students to apply engineering principles to biotechnology, teaching key skills like DNA assembly, next-gen sequencing, CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, cell-free synthetic biology, directed evolution, bioinformatics, and programming. Gain competitive career advantages by developing sought-after biotechnology expertise. The curriculum equips students with multidisciplinary capabilities in DNA assembly, bioinformatics, programming and other areas to enhance their marketability. Through a six-month research project, students collaborate with academics specializing in diverse fields including structural biology and evolutionary genetics. Master techniques for designing synthetic cells and cell-free systems with practical biotech applications. Curriculum Overview The first semester features four core modules: Principles of Synthetic Biology, Industrial Biotechnology, Unix/Linux and Large Genomic Data Analysis, plus Responsible Innovation and Commercialization. Second semester includes two required courses: Genome Editing in Biotechnology/Synthetic Biology, and Proteins/Biocatalysts in Biotechnology. Students complete a supervised Biotechnology Research Project working with specialists across disciplines like structural biology and evolutionary genetics.