Program Overview

University Master's Degree in Biotechnology for Health and Sustainability

The University Master's Degree in Biotechnology for Health and Sustainability is a postgraduate program that focuses on the application of biotechnology in the fields of health and sustainability.

Objectives and Career Options

The program aims to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in biotechnology, enabling them to pursue careers in research, development, and innovation in the health and sustainability sectors.

Description and Content

The program covers a wide range of topics, including biotechnology laboratories, introduction to advanced molecular analysis and diagnostic techniques, genetic modification of organisms, and structural and functional analysis of proteins.

Curriculum

The curriculum is divided into compulsory and optional subjects, with a total of 30 elective credits to be taken. The optional subjects are specific to the master's degree, with 22 credits from these subjects and 8 credits from other optional subjects.

Compulsory Subjects

• Biotechnology laboratories (8 ECTS)
• Introduction to advanced molecular analysis and diagnostic techniques (3 ECTS)
• Genetic modification of organisms (2 ECTS)
• Structural and functional analysis of proteins (2 ECTS)

Optional Subjects

Semester 1

• Agricultural biotechnology (2 ECTS)
• Environmental biotechnology (2 ECTS)
• Food biotechnology (2 ECTS)
• Functional genomics and proteomics (2 ECTS)
• Molecular markers and their applications in the life sciences (2 ECTS)
• Molecular microbiology (2 ECTS)
• Protein engineering and molecular design (2 ECTS)
• Signalling and regulation of gene expression (2 ECTS)
• The cell factory: engineering and pharmacognosy of natural bioactive products (4 ECTS)

Semester 2

• Advances in neurosciences (2 ECTS)
• Advanced organic materials (3 ECTS)
• Asymmetric synthesis methodologies (2 ECTS)
• Basic research models in the study of disease: neurodegenerative diseases of the (3 ECTS)
• Bioorganic transformations (3 ECTS)
• Experimentation with animal models (1 ECTS)
• Functional diagnostic techniques (2 ECTS)
• Human genetics: genetic diagnosis and assisted reproduction (3 ECTS)
• Solid state synthesis, combinatorial chemistry and biological activity analysis (3 ECTS)
• Stem cells and regenerative medicine (2 ECTS)
• Synthesis of organometallic compounds (3 ECTS)

Quality and Accreditation

The program is accredited by the University of Alicante and is subject to periodic evaluations to ensure its quality and relevance.

Pre-registration and Admission

Pre-registration and admission to the program are subject to the university's regulations and requirements.

Implementation Schedule

The program is implemented over two semesters, with the first semester focusing on compulsory subjects and the second semester offering a range of optional subjects.

Credit Equivalence

The program recognizes credit equivalence with other university master's degrees, allowing students to transfer credits and pursue their studies without penalty.

Studies Being Phased Out and Replaced

The program replaces the Training Programme for the Doctorate in Experimental and Applied Biology, which is being phased out.

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including biotechnology, health sciences, and sustainability, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments and innovations in these fields.