Biotechnology BSc (Hons)
Liverpool John Moores University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Biotechnology BSc (Hons) and other courses in Materials and Technology at Liverpool John Moores University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Materials and Technology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH10
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Materials and Technology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27500 | £26000 | £30500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £30000 | £19500 - £32000 | £23000 - £37500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH10
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26000 | £27500 | £29000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £31000 | £18000 - £31500 | £23000 - £36000 |
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Course Description
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology explores the manipulation of biomolecular processes to develop technologies and products that address global challenges in health, food and the environment. The course provides excellent facilities to develop practical skills and exciting opportunities to engage with industry.
- A practical, hands-on course, taught using state-of-the-art teaching laboratories
- Gain an understanding of the principles and applications of biotechnology and practise the latest molecular, bioprocessing and analytical techniques
- Offers fascinating research projects in areas such as synthetic biology, genetic engineering of crop plants, fermentation technology, bioremediation and antimicrobial resistance
- Benefit from strong links with industry for industrial placements
- Excellent spring board into careers as diverse as biopharmaceutical manufacturing, drug discovery and development, food technology and biofuel production
- Opportunities to undertake a year’s industrial placement or Erasmus placement
- This degree is available to study following a Foundation Year
- International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more
- Stepping stone to postgraduate study in MSc Industrial Biotechnology
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Biotechnology BSc (Hons) at Liverpool John Moores University
| 40% | Other Health Professionals |
| 10% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
| 10% | |
| 10% | Protective service occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Biotechnology
All Biotechnology courses of Liverpool John Moores University
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and/or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/ English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Biotechnology BSc (Hons)
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £16600 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Full-time industrial placement year fee for home students: £1850 per annum. Full-time industrial placement year fee for international students: £3650 per annum.
All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval.
The International fees quoted are for 2023 entry and may be subject to increase for 2024 entry.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Liverpool John Moores University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Liverpool John Moores University in related subject specific rankings.
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
See all 29 university rankings of Liverpool John Moores University
About Liverpool John Moores University
Established in 1823, Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) offers students a wide range of resources, such as international student and career support, and state-of-the-art facilities. Some examples of their exceptional facilities include Festo Automation Training Rigs, Tektronix Oscilloscopes, and sophisticated Engineering labs and Maritime simulators. The campus is located just a short 10-minute walk from Liverpool’s City Centre, giving learners the chance to experience the city in their free time.
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Student composition of Liverpool John Moores University
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Total number of students enrolled at Liverpool John Moores University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 20705
- postgraduates:
- 3130
- Total:
- 23835
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Biotechnology with Spanish for Science BSc (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | - | - | - | £9250 | £41650 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Biochemistry and Biotechnology BSc (Hons) | University of East London | 78% | 9% | 10% | £9250 | £14160 | 105 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Biotechnology BSc (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | - | - | - | £9250 | £41650 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Biotechnology BSc (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 79% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £25000 | 133 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time |
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Biotechnology BSc (Hons) | Liverpool John Moores University | 57% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £16600 | 114 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Biochemistry with Molecular Biology and Biotechnology BSc (Hons) | University of Bristol | - | - | - | £9250 | £31300 | - | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Biotechnology (Applied Molecular Biology) BSc (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 88% | 6% | 0% | £9250 | £26100 £24800 | 161 | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time |
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Biological Sciences (Biotechnology) BSc (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 78% | 0% | 1% | £9250 | £34800 | 201 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time |
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Biotechnology with German for Science BSc (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | - | - | - | £9250 | £41650 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Pharmaceutical Biotechnology BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £25300 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
