Biotechnology Bachelor & Master in London
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77 Biotechnology Courses in the UK.Jobs & Career Perspectives
Career perspectives for Biotechnology
15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Current jobs
Among graduates of Biotechnology who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Specialisations within Biotechnology
- Engineering in Life Science Management
- Microbiology and Microbial Biotechnology
- Bioinformatics
- Advanced Biotechnology
- Industrial Pharmacy
- Biomedical Engineering
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Biotechnology
- Knowledge of biology
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work on your own
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Maths knowledge
- Ability to work well with others
- Analytical thinking skills
- Knowledge of chemistry
- Ability to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Required skill level of job after 15 months
Among graduates of Biotechnology who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Jobs of graduates of Biotechnology (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Biotechnology at The University of Nottingham
30% | Teaching Professionals |
15% | Information Technology Professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
10% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
10% | Elementary occupations |
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024
Entry Requirements / Admissions
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