M.Sc. Environmental Biotechnology
University of Abertay Dundee
| Application deadline: | as soon as possible |
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| Start date: | September 2013 |
| Credits: | 60 ECTS |
| Duration full-time: | 12 months |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
| Educational variant: | Full-time |
Description
Why choose the MTech Environmental Biotechnology
- Employ engineering and technological concepts, principles and methodologies in the environmental application of biotechnology.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the social, economic and legislative impact of biotechnology as applied to environment protection, pollution control and waste management.
- Acquire theoretical and practical tools for the development of `cleaner´ industrial processes having little or no adverse impact to the environment.
- Acquire mathematical and computational skills in analysing and providing solutions to environmental problems.
- Develop the ability to conduct independent engineering-based investigations within a chosen area, or areas, of environmental biotechnology and to demonstrate the skills for planning, executing, reporting and presenting the results of these investigations.
Why choose the MSc Environmental Biotechnology
- Develop advanced knowledge of fundamental scientific concepts underpinning environmental science and biotechnology.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the social, economic and legislative impact of biotechnology as applied to environmental protection, pollution control and waste management.
- Acquire theoretical and practical tools for the development of `cleaner´ industrial processes having little or no adverse impact to the environment.
- Acquire skills and knowledge to analyse research and develop new biotechnological solutions for environmental application
- Develop the ability to conduct independent scientific investigations within a chosen area, or areas, of environmental biotechnology and to develop the skills for planning, executing, reporting and presenting the results of these investigations.
The field of biotechnology has matured during the past decade encompassing, in addition to genetic engineering, the application of modern microbiological concepts to the new and rapidly developing field of environmental protection. The synthesis between microbiology and environmental engineering provides a means of understanding processes leading to pollution occurrence, detection, monitoring, prevention and control. Biotechnology offers both conventional and innovative solutions to problems associated with water pollution, contamination of the soil, the atmosphere, and the stratosphere. Molecular genetics provides new techniques for the detection and modification of micro-organisms, for the degradation of hazardous chemicals, and as a means of safely controlling agricultural pests. Environmental biotechnology techniques, or bioprocesses, are now increasingly popular in the detection and treatment of wastes, wastewaters and other environmental contaminants.
Contents
Depending on the course chosen, you will study a selection from:
- Microbial biotechnology
- Industrial biotechnology
- Analytical biotechnology
- Food biotechnology
- Molecular biotechnology and bioinformatics
- Computation biology and statistics
- Environmental systems modelling
- Water quality management and water pollution control
- Wastewater management and treatment
- Environmental systems & sustainability
- Project Management and Health & Safety
- Solid waste management
- Bioremediation of contaminated land
- Research methods
On completion of the taught component of the course (i.e. Postgraduate Diploma stage), students may undertake research projects in any of the themes stated above for the award of MSc or MTech. Most of the projects are industry-related.
The courses are designed and delivered by a team of leading academics with support from leading-edge industrial practitioners. The course delivery team is actively engaged in research and consultancy activities, through the Urban Water Technology Centre (UWTC). The Centre benefits from close links with the research groups the Scottish Informatics, Mathematics, Biology and Statistics Centre (SIMBIOS), and Abertay Centre for the Environment (ACE) who have been awarded the highest research rating in Environmental Science within Scotland. Emphasis is given to the practical application of environmental management within industry and commerce, in addition to the appropriate theoretical rigour.
How you learn An integrated programme of lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical assignments, case studies and fieldwork are used to enhance your knowledge and understanding. Emphasis is placed on participation, and self-directed study. The project phase is designed to allow you to apply your studies within a chosen speciality.
How you are assessedAssessments include a mixture of written coursework based on active case studies, presentations to demonstrate your knowledge, and exams. Students working towards the MSc qualification will also complete a dissertation.
By working within project groups and by yourself, you will improve your communication, project planning and teamwork skills, which are very important skills for any career. The MSc dissertation allows you to develop a specialist area of expertise.
Requirements
Honours degree in any field (minimum lower Second class) or equivalent.
Entry with advanced standing, and with qualifications other than those stated, will be in line with the Universitys policy and regulations.
Applicants whose prior study profile indicates a minor shortfall in a particular prerequisite subject area may be required to undertake a bridging course (details available on request).
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6 |
| CAE score: | 60(Grade A) |
| TOEFL computer-based test score: | 213 |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 80 |
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
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