Program Description

The MSc in molecular biology program aims to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of and practical skills in the field of molecular biology. This includes application of molecular biology techniques; a general knowledge of the molecular biology methods; ability to alter and modulate genes; a practical approach to scientific problems in multidisciplinary teams with an emphasis on medicine-related projects; understanding of the genomic data; planning and performing genetical modifications; setting up and testing recombinant expression systems for medicinal or industrial purposes; translation of laboratory results to clinical practice; obtaining, preserving, and evaluating genetic material; and the ability to test and establish personalized medicine-based approaches. The students can specialize in the fields of biochemistry and genomics.

Admission Requirements

Students with relevant degrees (BSc or higher degrees from the following fields: biology, chemistry, environmental studies, bioengineering, agricultural or medical and health sciences) may apply to our Molecular Biology MSc programme if as part of their bachelor studies they completed minimum 70 credits from required criteria subjects (6 credits from mathematics, 6 credits from informatics, 4 credits from physics, 20 credits from chemistry, 60 credits from biology). Detailed transcript (containing name of subject, number of contact hours, grade/mark received, credit) is compulsory to submit with the application documents.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6

Remarks:

• English language proficiency (CEFR level B2 , assessed at the entrance interview)
• Other fees: Entrance procedure fee 350 USD
• Living expenses mentioned in EURO.