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<![CDATA[Biotechnology Forums - Europe]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/ Sat, 02 May 2026 14:22:22 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Phd after B.tech]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-7774.html Fri, 03 Feb 2017 10:09:13 +0000 sj26]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-7774.html i just waana know can one apply in forign university for phd after b.tech??
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Is post graduation required??]]> <![CDATA[Masters degree courses in Biotechnology in the UK]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-6761.html Wed, 14 Jan 2015 14:12:19 +0000 mtwalsh01]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-6761.html Below I summarise some courses available from five highly respected institutions. I also include useful links for those who want to find out more about individual courses or seek out further courses not included here.

University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is considered to be one of the top ten UK research universities and offers two MSc programmes with relevance to Biotechnology as follows:
M.Sc. Plant Science and Biotechnology; Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds:
This programme is delivered full-time over one year on campus, in English, and fees are € 10,895 / Year (EEA) or € 22,751 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in September each year.

Full details for this programme can be found by following these links: http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/46876/plant-science-and-biotechnology.html
http://www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/gradschool/plants/index.php
M.Sc. Biotechnology; Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds
This programme is delivered full-time over one year on campus, in English, and fees are € 10,895 / Year (EEA) or € 22,751 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in September each year.
According to the University this programme “integrates biological sciences with biochemical engineering to provide training for the modern biotechnology industry. In particular, it focuses on the applications of biotechnology in medicine and agriculture.”
Full details for this programme can be found by following these links: http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/46872/biotechnology.html
http://www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/gradschool/biotech/index.php

University of Essex
Grad.Dip. Biotechnology with English for Academic Purposes; University of Essex
This programme is delivered full-time over nine months on campus, in English, and fees are € 5,640 / Year (EEA) or € 11,471 / Year (International). The programme begins in October each year. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.
According to the University, This Graduate Diploma course is “designed for those who need to improve their language and academic skills, as well as their subject knowledge in biological sciences, before going onto a Masters course. Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, at the required level, will normally qualify you for entry to an appropriate Masters-level course in our Department of Biological Sciences.”
Full details of this programme can be found by following this link:
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/17111/biotechnology-with-english-for-academic-purposes.html

University of East London
The University of East London is a relatively new university (designated in 1992) ranked number 201 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities.
It offers two MSc programmes with relevance to Biotechnology:
M.Sc. Biotechnology ; University of East London
This programme is delivered full-time or part-time on campus (full-time duration one year), in English, and fees are € 6,580 / Year (EEA) or € 11,960 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in February or September each year. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.

Full details of the programme can be found by following these links:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/postgraduate/specs/biotechnology/
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/6093/biotechnology.html
M.Sc. Biotechnology and Management; University of East London
This programme is delivered full-time or part-time over one year on campus (full-time duration one year), in English, and fees are € 7,050 / Year (EEA) or € 10,792 / Year (Non-EEA) The programme begins in February or September each year. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.

Full details of the programme can be found by following these links:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/postgraduate/specs/biotechnologymanagement/
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/6094/biotechnology-and-management.html

University of Westminster
Located in London, this university has one of the largest and most diverse overseas student bodies of any university in the world, from over 150 countries. It has a student body of 400,000 students.
The University of Westminster offers one MSc programme with relevance to Biotechnology:
M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology; University of Westminster
This programme is delivered full-time over one year or part-time over two years on campus, in English, and fees are £ 8,000 / Year (EEA) or £ 12,500 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in September each year. You should have an Honours degree in biological sciences, biotechnology or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification. If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS score of at least 6.5, with the written component at a minimum of 6.5 (or equivalent). During the induction stage of the course, if you do not have English as your first language, you will need to complete Academic English screening and any resulting recommended Academic English support activity.
Full details of the programme can be found by following these links:
http://www.westminster.ac.uk/courses/subjects/biosciences/postgraduate-courses/full-time/p09fpamb-msc-applied-microbiology-and-biotechnology
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/6749/applied-microbiology-and-biotechnology.html

The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh has 32,591 students of whom 11,607 are international, from over 130 different nationalities. They were ranked first in Scotland and fifth in the UK in the most recent RAE, a UK-wide study of research excellence.
The University of Edinburgh offers a distance learning MSc option relevant to biotechnology:
M.Sc. Drug Discovery and Protein Biotechnology (Online Distance Learning) (online study); The University of Edinburgh
This programme is delivered part-time online over two years and the fees are €6201 per year (EEA and non-EEA). The course begins each year in September. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.
According to the university, in this programme you will “study the design and potential uses of different families of proteins and will examine the experiences of successful entrepreneurs in the field who have been involved in the commercialisation of biopharmaceuticals. Your research project will focus on the early phases of an industrial biologics design programme…You will enhance your career prospects with marketable analytical and presentation skills.”
Full details of the programme can be found by following the links:
http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/biology/postgraduate/taught-programmes/online-programmes-drug-discovery?utm_source=Studyportals&utm_medium=Listing&utm_campaign=Drug%20Discovery%20%26%20Protein%20Biotechnology%20(ODL
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/46512/drug-discovery-and-protein-biotechnology.html

These are just examples of some the many excellent programmes available in the UK. For further information check out individual university websites and these useful links:
http://www.mastersportal.eu/search/?q=di-10|kw-biotechnology|lv-master
http://www.postgraduatesearch.com/postgraduate/biotechnology/uk/study/postgraduate-browse.htm
http://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/pg/courses/life-sciences/biosciences-biotechnology/
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria/our-courses/january-intake/?gclid=CO_Dj-LSk8MCFUSc2wodWiwANw
http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/biosciences/molecular-biotechnology.aspx

]]> Below I summarise some courses available from five highly respected institutions. I also include useful links for those who want to find out more about individual courses or seek out further courses not included here.

University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is considered to be one of the top ten UK research universities and offers two MSc programmes with relevance to Biotechnology as follows:
M.Sc. Plant Science and Biotechnology; Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds:
This programme is delivered full-time over one year on campus, in English, and fees are € 10,895 / Year (EEA) or € 22,751 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in September each year.

Full details for this programme can be found by following these links: http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/46876/plant-science-and-biotechnology.html
http://www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/gradschool/plants/index.php
M.Sc. Biotechnology; Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds
This programme is delivered full-time over one year on campus, in English, and fees are € 10,895 / Year (EEA) or € 22,751 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in September each year.
According to the University this programme “integrates biological sciences with biochemical engineering to provide training for the modern biotechnology industry. In particular, it focuses on the applications of biotechnology in medicine and agriculture.”
Full details for this programme can be found by following these links: http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/46872/biotechnology.html
http://www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/gradschool/biotech/index.php

University of Essex
Grad.Dip. Biotechnology with English for Academic Purposes; University of Essex
This programme is delivered full-time over nine months on campus, in English, and fees are € 5,640 / Year (EEA) or € 11,471 / Year (International). The programme begins in October each year. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.
According to the University, This Graduate Diploma course is “designed for those who need to improve their language and academic skills, as well as their subject knowledge in biological sciences, before going onto a Masters course. Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, at the required level, will normally qualify you for entry to an appropriate Masters-level course in our Department of Biological Sciences.”
Full details of this programme can be found by following this link:
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/17111/biotechnology-with-english-for-academic-purposes.html

University of East London
The University of East London is a relatively new university (designated in 1992) ranked number 201 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities.
It offers two MSc programmes with relevance to Biotechnology:
M.Sc. Biotechnology ; University of East London
This programme is delivered full-time or part-time on campus (full-time duration one year), in English, and fees are € 6,580 / Year (EEA) or € 11,960 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in February or September each year. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.

Full details of the programme can be found by following these links:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/postgraduate/specs/biotechnology/
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/6093/biotechnology.html
M.Sc. Biotechnology and Management; University of East London
This programme is delivered full-time or part-time over one year on campus (full-time duration one year), in English, and fees are € 7,050 / Year (EEA) or € 10,792 / Year (Non-EEA) The programme begins in February or September each year. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.

Full details of the programme can be found by following these links:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/postgraduate/specs/biotechnologymanagement/
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/6094/biotechnology-and-management.html

University of Westminster
Located in London, this university has one of the largest and most diverse overseas student bodies of any university in the world, from over 150 countries. It has a student body of 400,000 students.
The University of Westminster offers one MSc programme with relevance to Biotechnology:
M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology; University of Westminster
This programme is delivered full-time over one year or part-time over two years on campus, in English, and fees are £ 8,000 / Year (EEA) or £ 12,500 / Year (Non-EEA). The programme begins in September each year. You should have an Honours degree in biological sciences, biotechnology or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification. If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS score of at least 6.5, with the written component at a minimum of 6.5 (or equivalent). During the induction stage of the course, if you do not have English as your first language, you will need to complete Academic English screening and any resulting recommended Academic English support activity.
Full details of the programme can be found by following these links:
http://www.westminster.ac.uk/courses/subjects/biosciences/postgraduate-courses/full-time/p09fpamb-msc-applied-microbiology-and-biotechnology
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/6749/applied-microbiology-and-biotechnology.html

The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh has 32,591 students of whom 11,607 are international, from over 130 different nationalities. They were ranked first in Scotland and fifth in the UK in the most recent RAE, a UK-wide study of research excellence.
The University of Edinburgh offers a distance learning MSc option relevant to biotechnology:
M.Sc. Drug Discovery and Protein Biotechnology (Online Distance Learning) (online study); The University of Edinburgh
This programme is delivered part-time online over two years and the fees are €6201 per year (EEA and non-EEA). The course begins each year in September. You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test such as IELTS.
According to the university, in this programme you will “study the design and potential uses of different families of proteins and will examine the experiences of successful entrepreneurs in the field who have been involved in the commercialisation of biopharmaceuticals. Your research project will focus on the early phases of an industrial biologics design programme…You will enhance your career prospects with marketable analytical and presentation skills.”
Full details of the programme can be found by following the links:
http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/biology/postgraduate/taught-programmes/online-programmes-drug-discovery?utm_source=Studyportals&utm_medium=Listing&utm_campaign=Drug%20Discovery%20%26%20Protein%20Biotechnology%20(ODL
http://www.mastersportal.eu/studies/46512/drug-discovery-and-protein-biotechnology.html

These are just examples of some the many excellent programmes available in the UK. For further information check out individual university websites and these useful links:
http://www.mastersportal.eu/search/?q=di-10|kw-biotechnology|lv-master
http://www.postgraduatesearch.com/postgraduate/biotechnology/uk/study/postgraduate-browse.htm
http://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/pg/courses/life-sciences/biosciences-biotechnology/
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria/our-courses/january-intake/?gclid=CO_Dj-LSk8MCFUSc2wodWiwANw
http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/biosciences/molecular-biotechnology.aspx

]]> <![CDATA[HELP: MASTER'S DEGREE]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-5479.html Sun, 10 Aug 2014 20:53:40 +0000 Samuele Barazzoni]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-5479.html
Sincerely i'm interested in cultures, society and antropology (I know that it is little related to biotechnology), but also for example the ecology ..

I'm looking at the various magisterial in Italy and in Europe hoping there is some Master's degree in which I can access that combines what i'm studying to my interests.

If someone had experienced some similar experience I would be grateful if could put it here, so we compare the opinions (and maybe find an alternative route without "throwing" the two years of study)

Thanks in advance

Samuel]]>
Sincerely i'm interested in cultures, society and antropology (I know that it is little related to biotechnology), but also for example the ecology ..

I'm looking at the various magisterial in Italy and in Europe hoping there is some Master's degree in which I can access that combines what i'm studying to my interests.

If someone had experienced some similar experience I would be grateful if could put it here, so we compare the opinions (and maybe find an alternative route without "throwing" the two years of study)

Thanks in advance

Samuel]]> <![CDATA[Cambridge University - Biotechnology Courses and Research Options for Students]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-2411.html Mon, 12 Aug 2013 19:19:05 +0000 sale0303]]> https://www.biotechnologyforums.com/thread-2411.html

The University of California has many important departments including the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology. This department has contributed immensely to the ongoing research in new exciting aspects of fundamental biology and traditional chemistry along with research in new avenues of biotechnology and bioengineering. Not only does this department actively give shape to thoughts and innovative research ideas it also believes in commercialization of the thought process making it one of the most successful departments for biotechnology in the world. Every year a select 180 number of total graduates of the best academic backgrounds and highest caliber are given the opportunity to pursue their MPhil or Masters Program in either of the subjects. In fact this department offers an MPhil in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology and two other programs called Masters in Bioscience Enterprise (MBE) and a PhD in Biotechnology or Chemical Engineering.

MPhil in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology

This is the research degree provided by Cambridge and often is taken for consideration while applying for Ph.D. programs and for clearing the entry requirements. The graduates in this program often opt for higher studies after completing a great research program under academic supervision of experienced faculty. The academics are examined by either thesis submission or oral exams. This course is for one year duration commencing from the month of April, October or January. The entry requirements entail that the candidates who apply for this degree should essentially possess the first degree and also should have minimum second class honors in any biological science, chemistry, chemical engineering, engineering, physics or even applied mathematics or any other relevant degrees of equivalent value. A limited number of elite students are allowed a special funding by the department and is based on the applications received.

Masters in Bioscience Enterprise Programme

This is a one year full time degree programme which is multidisciplinary since it is both a biotechnology as well as business course. This invites applications from individuals with strong business acumen who want to take technology into the commercial sector and take on leadership or consulting roles in the sector of life science related industries and organizations. The curriculum broadly deals with latest developments in biotechnology and life sciences along with studying the underlying business principles and all the regulations meant for successfully marketing new ideas of biotech.

It is an interactive course which demands interdisciplinary projects, a variety of case studies as well as activities dealing with business planning. The course also includes a self-funded tour to the USA and opportunities to take up internships or consulting projects under any technology giant. The successful graduates upon completion are awarded an MPhil degree. The typical academic year starts in October and ends in June. Funding and scholarships are available for certain applicants. All details regarding last dates for scholarships and bursaries are available with the Course Administrator and candidates should generally apply early. There are certain requirements to be met which are given under the Cambridge Trusts or other organizations involved in scholarships and grants. The entry requirements include first class honors degree in life sciences, physics, law, economics, medicinal field or other relevant disciplines. This course usually benefits candidates with a background of academics or any sort of post graduate experiences in the field of business like entrepreneurs.

PhD in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology offers an excellent scope for unprecedented research opportunities by providing PhD programs in both Chemical Engineering as well as Biotechnology. Applications are accepted and selected candidates are only registered for the PhD after a strict three month long assessment period. This course has a comprehensive total duration of nine consecutive academic terms during which academics undergo professional supervised research work after which on the basis of their findings, each candidate submits individual dissertation. The scope of research topics being offered by this department is vast and covers key growth areas of field of chemical engineering and biotechnology.

The PhD program in either of the areas asks for a minimum of good second class and above preferably first class honors degree from prestigious institutions including equivalent degrees offered by overseas institutions in the fields of chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, biochemistry, engineering, physics, life sciences, applied mathematics or any other similar relevant streams. In some cases, appropriate Masters Degree qualification criteria might be considered under the guidelines prescribed by the selection committee. Funding, grants and scholarships including monthly stipends all are granted in limited numbers depending on the application review by the respective committee.

College system in Cambridge Overview

Any student who becomes a member of the Cambridge University by gaining a place in any of the graduate courses basically belongs to both the University as well as to a specific college under which they pursue their course and research. Supervisors who guide the academics need not necessarily be of the same college and hence it offers students a great degree of flexibility. The chosen department is the place to attend lectures from faculty and conduct the research work. The Colleges on the other hand are the source for academic as well as pastoral support in form of tutors and help from Graduate Office. It offers necessary financial assistance, solves queries, provides student accommodation and has a full in-house range of activities related to social, cultural as well as sporting and debating fields. All the formal processes like the matriculation or the process of formal joining of a student in University or College, visa status monitoring of candidates from overseas and also the end graduation formalities are also handled exclusively by the College authorities.

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For details on Undergraduate courses, please refer: ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/undergraduate/degrees

For details on Graduate Taught courses, please refer: ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught/degrees

For details on Graduate Research courses, please refer:
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/research/degrees

Admission Criteria

a. UG courses
The admission requirements of most of the UG courses (BSc, BEng, MSci, MEng) discussed above, are similar. The minimum eligible qualification requirement for enrolling in the course(s) is different for different countries (in accordance with their Education System).

Following are the details for BSc Biotechnology courseat UCL:

For A Levels
Grades: AAA
Subjects: Chemistry required plus one from Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
AS Levels: For UK-based students a pass in a further subject at AS level or equivalent is required.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B. For UK-based students, a grade C or equivalent in a foreign language (other than Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is required. UCL provides opportunities to meet the foreign language requirement following enrolment, further details at: www.ucl.ac.uk/ug-reqs

For IB Diploma

Points: 38

Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including Chemistry at grade 6, and one subject from Biology, Mathematics or Physics, with no score below 5.

For Indian Students

Indian applicants must ensure that they have been awarded with one of the following:

Successful completion of one year of a Bachelor Degree at an Indian university recognised by UCL, with an average of 75% or the First Class/Division.
The Year 12/Standard 12 Indian School Certificate, with 95% or above when awarded from CISCE or CBSE.

Study must contain subjects relevant to the programme of study at UCL.

Average intake for BSc Biotech at UCL goes around (90-95 seats). For further details on this course: CLICK HERE
For details pertaining to other UG courses, PLEASE CLICK HERE

b. Graduate taught courses
The admission requirements of most of the Graduate taught courses (MSc, MRes) discussed above, are also mostly similar. The minimum eligible qualification requirement for enrolling in these course(s) is also different for different countries (in accordance with their Education System).

Following are the details for MSc Biochemical Engineering course at UCL:

For UK Students

Normal entry requirements are at least a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or the equivalent from an approved overseas institution.
Candidates offering recent industrial experience are also encouraged to apply.
As with any engineering discipline numeracy skills are important for the quantitative description of biological and physical phenomena. Evidence of numerical ability is requested as either an A level in Mathematics (or in exceptional cases, in Physics) or some mathematics studied at university.
The department provides mathematics tutoring for Master's students throughout the year adjusted to a candidate's ability.

For Indian Students

A Bachelor's degree with an overall mark of 60% in the First Class/Division and above. The overall mark required is also dependent on the subject and the ranking of the institution at which the degree has been taken. The rankings published by India Today may be used as a guide.

Alternative qualifications

Master's; Medical / Dental degree; MPhil/PhD

For further details about MSc, Biochemical Engineering, Visit here:
( http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-student...eering-msc )

For details on other Graduate taught courses, please visit here: ( http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-student...ate/taught )

c. Graduate research courses
The graduate research courses at UCL are one of the most sought after courses for students across the globe. A full-time PhD often spans around 3 years at UCL. Following are the minimum eligibility requirements for PhD in Biochemical Engineering at UCL:

For UK/Related Students
A UK Master’s degree, or a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree, in a relevant discipline, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

For Indian Students

A Bachelor's degree with an overall mark of 65% in the First Class/Division and above.

The overall mark required is also dependent on the subject and the ranking of the institution at which the degree has been taken.

The rankings published by India Today may be used as a guide.

Alternative qualifications

Master's; Medical / Dental degree; MPhil/PhD

For further details about PhD in Biochemical Engineering at UCL, please refer: ( http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-student...-mphil-phd )]]> In 2014, UCL was ranked joint 5th in the world's top ten universities by the QS World University Rankings (2014).

University College London (UCL) was first established in the year of 1862 and since then has acted as one of the top universities in the London city and the general domain of UK. With world class faculties, students from every corner of the globe and state of the art courses and campus, this university has managed to remain amongst the top for every student who aims for success. It has large number of undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate and research options in numerous courses, each with its own faculties and departments. With research partnerships in over 300 overseas universities, UCL has managed to bring in students from more than 150 nations and promotes study experiences abroad as part of the curriculum.

Nobel Prizes have been awarded to 29 people who are or were students or academics at UCL. In 2014, John O'Keefe was awarded Nobel Prize in Medicine, for his ground-breaking joint research on “Discoveries of cells that constitute a positioning system in the brain”
As a matter of fact, 11 UCL Honorary Graduates and Fellows have also been awarded Nobel Prizes.

Biotechnology at UCL (University College London)
The courses related to Life Sciences/Biotechnology at UCL are:

a. Undergraduate courses
One can get admission to these courses right after completion of College (in UK terms) or Senior Secondary School (or 12th in Indian terms).

Degree options:

A. BSc : 3 years
B. MSci : 4 years
C. BEng : 3 years
D. MEng : 4 years

b. Graduate Research courses

One can get admission to these courses after completion of his/her undergraduate and/or masters studies, with future focus on research.

Degree options:

A. MPhil
B. PhD
C. Doctorates

c. Graduate Taught courses
One can get admission to these courses after completion of his/her undergraduate studies with an aim to strenghten their academic profile over and above the undergraduate degree(s).

Degree options:

A. MSc/PG Diploma : 1 year
B. MRes : 1 year

Following is a summary of various degrees and specific fields in which you can pursue a course at UCL.

Successful completion of one year of a Bachelor Degree at an Indian university recognised by UCL, with an average of 75% or the First Class/Division.
The Year 12/Standard 12 Indian School Certificate, with 95% or above when awarded from CISCE or CBSE.

Normal entry requirements are at least a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or the equivalent from an approved overseas institution.
Candidates offering recent industrial experience are also encouraged to apply.
As with any engineering discipline numeracy skills are important for the quantitative description of biological and physical phenomena. Evidence of numerical ability is requested as either an A level in Mathematics (or in exceptional cases, in Physics) or some mathematics studied at university.
The department provides mathematics tutoring for Master's students throughout the year adjusted to a candidate's ability.

For Indian Students

A Bachelor's degree with an overall mark of 60% in the First Class/Division and above. The overall mark required is also dependent on the subject and the ranking of the institution at which the degree has been taken. The rankings published by India Today may be used as a guide.

History

After World War II, the overall agricultural development created the need for organizing a serious and more comprehensive educational system and the establishment of an adequate profile of staff required for food industry, which has progressed greatly to the level of European industry of that time. This led to the development of new technological disciplines of agriculture and to the establishment of classes in subjects that were required for the training of personnel in the food industry.

The first classes were introduced in the field of fruit production. In 1945, the subject called "Fruit and Vegetables Processing" and later the subject called "Processing of Grapes," were introduced and taught by Professor M. Josifovic. Two years later in 1947, prof. S. Stankovic introduced the subject called "Processing of Agricultural Products". Department of Animal Husbandry and prof. A. Ognjanovic introduced in 1956 the subject called "Technology of Animal Products", while prof. B. Stevic introduced "Technological Microbiology".

With the reorganization of the Faculty in 1973, the Institutes became independent business units, and The Institute of Food Technology and Biochemistry operates since that time independently as a part of The Faculty of Agriculture. The new curriculum in the Department of Food Technology introduces five teaching groups: Fruits and Vegetables Technology, Technology of Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic beverages, Technology of Meat, Technology of Milk, and the Technology of Tobacco. By this curriculum classes are held until 1977, when the reformed plans divided students in the three constituent groups: Conservation and Fermentation Technology, Technology of Agricultural Products and Livestock Products Technology.

In year 2007, the curriculum was reformed and coordinated with the European system of education in which teaching at the undergraduate level lasts for 4 years. Master’s and doctoral studies that last 1 year, and doctoral studies that last 3 years were also introduced. Under the new curriculum all courses take one semester. For all groups at the Department of Food Technology, first 4 semesters are the same, and in the fifth semester, the students can choose one of the four teaching modules. At the undergraduate level, following teaching modules were introduced: Technology of Animal Products, Technology of Conservation and Fermentation, Harvest Technology and Safety and Quality Management in Food Production. The master program is a unique program with three elective classes. Electives 1 and 2 direct the student towards block 3, where from 16 disciplines offered students are supposed to choose the one for the master thesis. Specialist studies at the Department of Food Technology are organized in 4 modules: Technology of Plant Products, Animal Products Technology, Technological Microbiology and Food Chemistry. Doctoral studies are first introduced in the form of standard classes which take 3 semesters, while the 4, 5 and 6 semesters are reserved for research study and dissertation of the chosen topic from electoral bloc 3.

Department Food Technology and Biochemistry
Classes, Modules, and Teaching

Department of Food Technology is dedicated to the realization of high-quality academic study programs at all levels of study, the development of relevant scientific research, as well as the implementation of the acquired knowledge and skills in food technology and other related industries and society as a whole.

The main purpose of the studies is the realization of educational, professional and research goals and objectives in the field of food technology.

The type and mode of study are directed towards the strategic development of the food industry. The main purpose of the studies is education of the professionals directly involved in the various branches of the food industry (processing of raw materials of plant or animal origin).
The curriculum is primarily focused on active and creative teaching. The priority of the curriculum is the education of the staff to use their knowledge in order to contribute to improving the quality of food products, ie. food that is meant for wide population, with permanent control and quality control of these products. Through the introduction of the regulations and standards of technology, engineers can manage not only the quality of the food but also the working conditions and the environment.

In addition to solving the problems of food technology, food engineers themselves are willing to educate small processors holding their family businesses so that their production become in line with the applicable quality standards. That is why we insist on the modern teaching where the student besides lectures, exercises, and practical training, will be required to write papers, essays and actively participate in class.
Department of Food Technology at the undergraduate level has an average of 200-250 students enrolled in four educational modules.

Theoretical and practical teaching is performed in all classes. In this sense, students are educated in four teaching modules:

- Technology of Animal Products,
- Conservation and Fermentation Technology,
- Agricultural Products and Technologies
- Safety and Quality Management in Food Production.

Students can choose one of four elective courses in foreign languages. Within the core curricula, areas of expertise are specific to the above mentioned profile.

The module Technology of Animal Products teaches about: meat processing technology, milk production technology, processing of accompanying products in the meat industry, dairy technology, microbiology, and animal products quality management.
The module conservation and fermentation technology teaches about: conservation by applying cooling, heat preservation, technology of fruits and vegetables, fruit juices technology, refrigeration and freezing of food products, prepared food technology, wine technology, technology of alcoholic beverages, etc.

The module harvest technology teaches about: the rheological properties of food, technology of oil and fats, sensory analysis of products based on field materials, modification of fats and oils, toxicology of products based on raw materials, the technology of confectionery products, technologies of processing of tobacco, malt and beer technology, grain technology, the technology of flour, sugar and starch technology.

The module for security and quality of food is teaching about: basic technology of fruits and vegetables, fermentation technologies, crop products, the basics of meat technology, dairy technology basics, management and statistical quality control.

Research

Teachers of this Department have been and are right now the members of national and international associations, forensic experts, advisers, consultants, designers of many companies for fruit and vegetables, breweries, cold storage, dairy, meat processing plants, industry, baby food, etc.

In the past, the Department of Food Technology had organized many conferences where its teachers and staff had the opportunity to present the results of their scientific work and submit reports on the projects conducted with the support of the Ministry of Science of Serbia. Two major symposia were held in 1996 and in 1998, and they were attended by more than 1000 colleagues and experts in the field of food technology.]]> Department of molecular genetics and genetic engineering.

Ranked among one of the best institutes of the world, University of Belgrade offers Masters of Science in Biotechnology to it students. The Institute is associated to International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), Trieste, Italy, as an affiliated centre and it is involved in all activities within this international organization. It is also oriented to biotechnological and commercial applications in human and veterinary medicine, agriculture, food production, and pharmaceutical industry.