The master’s programme in Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology focuses on the areas that constitute the basis in molecular genetics, including gene technology, cell biology, molecular biology and biotechnology. The programme is highly connected to research, with emphasis on genetic mechanisms underlying disease, mapping, and diagnostic methods. As a student, you will achieve practical training in molecular biology techniques, but also in the innovation process, entrepreneurship, and the commercialisation of biotechnology. Thus, you are prepared for research and for work in pharmaceutical-, biotechnology-, and food industry.

The programme comprises two years of full-time studies (120 credits). Most courses are full-time studies, normally of 15 credits. The courses are typically teaching-intensive with lectures, seminars, theoretical and practical exercises as well as self-studies. Towards the end of the programme, you perform a Degree project of 30-60 credits. Your teachers are active researchers and you will study in close association with an international research environment.

Recommended course of study

Year 1

Autumn
Molecular Genetics of Eukaryotes BIOR95 (former BIOR49), 15 credits (compulsory)
Immunology BIOR85, 15 credits, Plant Function BIOR76, 15 credits, or Molecular Microbiology BIOR63, 15 credits

Spring
Molecular Biotechnology and Methods BIOR94, 15 credits (compulsory, offered from 2025)
Genetic Analysis BIOR92, 7,5 credits (compulsory)
Applied Bioinformatics BIOR93, 7,5 credits (elective) or
Elective course in Molecular Biology, 7,5 credits (see list below)

Year 2

Autumn
Elective course(s) in Molecular Biology (see list below) and/or Master's degree project in Molecular biology 30/45/60 credits, compulsory

Spring
Master's degree project in Molecular biology continuation