Location:

London, United Kingdom

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Biomedical Science

Program Overview

Program Description:

This course is designed to meet industry's growing demand for personnel with expertise in applied microbiology and biotechnology. Theoretical studies are complemented by hands-on experience of fully controlled fermenters that are up to pilot-plant scale and are linked to modern monitoring and control systems. In-depth studies include microbial physiology and fermentation technology; topics in biotechnology; industrial bioprocesses; microbial production of novel metabolites; bioactive compounds; types of bioreactors; monitoring and control of fermentation and design of bioprocesses with a strong industrial bias.

Cost:

https://www.westminster.ac.uk/fees

Additional Program Information

Financial Aid:

Yes

FinancialAid Info:

https://www.westminster.ac.uk/usloans

Requirements:

You must have a non-IBMS accredited BSc Honours degree in Biomedical Sciences or closely related subject. You must also have a letter from the IBMS confirming that your qualifications have been submitted to the IBMS, evaluated against the HCPC standard of proficiency for Biomedical Scientists (3a.1) and that the outcome has been the identification of specific subject shortfalls. This programme is not suitable for you if the IBMS has determined that you are required to complete a full IBMS accredited BSC (Hons) Biomedical Science degree to meet the HCPC standard of proficiency. If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (or equivalent).

Scholarships:

Yes

Scholarships Description:

https://www.westminster.ac.uk/scholarships