Medical Biotechnologies

The master’s degree Course in Medical Biotechnologies aims to prepare graduates with a solid background in the field of molecular biology and pathogenetic mechanisms involved in human diseases, with particular interest in the pathophysiological, diagnostic and regenerative fields as well as precision medicine. The course provides for knowledge based on interdisciplinary bases to be applied to the various fields of biotechnology aimed at the medical practice, with particular regard to the sectors of research, diagnostics, therapeutic and regenerative medicine. The educational objectives of the Medical Biotechnologies Course are aimed at providing students with a preparation that allows them to:

• hold a good basic knowledge of the biological systems from both a molecular and a cellular point of view, in particular in relation to human diseases.
• possess the theoretical and experimental knowledge of the multidisciplinary techniques characterizing biotechnological protocols to produce biomedical goods and services through the use of classical and new generation biological systems.
• develop adequate skills for the communication and management of scientific information at the international level.
• provide knowledge relating to the industrialization process and regulatory aspects.
• be able to work in a team with a proper autonomy and to integrate promptly into the workplace.

Internationalization in a friendly environment of students from many continents and diverse Italian universities, offering numerous options for International Mobility Programs (Erasmus, Free Mover);
Choice between two didactical curricula reflecting your learning priorities and providing personalized “wet & dry lab” experience;
A plus when applying for International PhD Programs and job positions;
Constant exposure to the English language offering the opportunity to gain excellent skills for biomedical communication at the international level.

Degree program Master’s degree
Course LM/09 (Lauree Magistrali in Biotecnologie Mediche, Veterinarie e Farmaceutiche)
Access free (no entry test)
Title Master Degree (Laurea Magistrale); Doctor in Medical Biotechnologies
Campus site Via Perrone 18 - Novara, Italy
Buildings New Campus, Perrone, Bellini and CAAD in Novara

• Solid up-to-date knowledge and an advanced “wet” & “dry” lab expertise in molecular biomedicine applied to the biological and genetic understanding of human diseases;
• Intensive internships allowing students to become active part of a lab group involved in international research and to have the opportunity to develop a thesis research program;
• Personalized mentoring in the lab and friendly and caring interaction with faculty and staff;
• Tutoring options for improved mastering of subjects and preparation of the exams;
• Free access to the UPO digital library from wherever you are.

• Access to PhD and Post-doc positions in academic and research institutions;
• Medical biotechnologist in academic and research institutions;
• Biologist in the Health System and other medical and diagnostic facilities (after taking the license exam/”esame di stato”);
• Researcher and employee in Biotech and Pharmaceutical companies;
• Data Manager and Study Coordinator in the field of clinical trials;
• Clinical Trial Assistant in CROs (Contract Research Organization).

The career opportunities for graduates in Medical Biotechnologies can be identified in:

• Universities and other public and private research institutes and entities;
• Structures of the National Health System, Hospitals, specialized public and private laboratories;
• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry;
• Research and development centers for biotechnological diagnostic products in the health area;
• Biotechnology service centers in the medical area;
• Public and private entities in charge of drafting health or patent regulations regarding the exploitation of ;
biotechnological products for the protection of human health.

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