University of Cambridge

Overview

The Bioscience Enterprise (MBE) programme at the University of Cambridge is a unique master's course designed to blend bioscience education with business, innovation, and technology transfer. This practical programme emphasizes hands-on learning through interdisciplinary projects, workshops, and business planning activities. Students will have opportunities to engage in consulting projects and internships that provide real-world experience.

Additionally, there is an optional self-funded study tour to the USA, which offers a broader international perspective on biotech entrepreneurship and industry practices.

What you'll study

Core learning approach: The MBE programme employs a project-based learning model that seamlessly integrates bioscience, enterprise, and innovation throughout the academic year.

• Interdisciplinary modules: Courses cover science and technology alongside business and innovation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding each term.
• Project work: Students engage in supervised research and enterprise-oriented projects, including consulting-style work and business planning exercises.
• Workshops and case studies: Practical sessions are designed to enhance skills in innovation, evaluation, and communication.
• Internship opportunity: Students may participate in internships with technology companies, gaining valuable industry experience.
• Study tour (optional): An optional self-funded tour to the USA, enhancing the international outlook on biotechnology.

Assessment: Evaluation typically consists of a combination of project outputs, presentations, and written assignments.

Entry requirements

• Minimum equivalent of a UK Upper Second Class (2:1) honours degree.
• An excellent first degree in fields such as the physical or life sciences, medicine, economics, or law.
• Postgraduate experience in an academic, industrial, or business context is highly advantageous but not mandatory.
• For degrees obtained outside the UK, prospective students should verify the equivalency of their qualifications.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MBE programme can expect to pursue diverse career paths in the biotechnology and bioscience sectors. The combination of scientific knowledge and business acumen positions them for roles in research, product development, management, and entrepreneurship, both in established companies and startups. The programme's practical components, including internships and projects, further enhance employability and readiness for the global job market.