Today's biotechnology and bioprocessing industries demand a new calibre of specialist who combines scientific understanding with sharp commercial awareness. Bringing together expertise from the School of Life Sciences and Warwick Business School, our MSc gives you the scientific and business skills to transform innovative ideas into successful real-world solutions. Learn to become a bio-entrepreneur in sectors spanning biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing and food production.
2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent). Candidates must have obtained at least a second class honours degree, or an equivalent qualification, in Life Sciences, Engineering or Business Studies (students from an engineering or business background must be a high class student and demonstrate an interest in biological science).
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Applications for courses starting in September and October 2027 are now open.
The on-time deadline for taught postgraduate courses starting in September/October 2027 is 2 August 2027.
We will still accept late applications, however cannot guarantee that the application will be processed in time to complete the admissions process if received in September or there are a number of conditions to meet.
If applying late please include your degree certificates and transcripts, English proficiency evidence (if needed) and ensure referees can submit references promptly to allow time for CAS and visa processing (if applicable).