Program Overview

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University Master's Degree in Biotechnology for Health and Sustainability

The University of Alicante offers a Master's Degree in Biotechnology for Health and Sustainability, aimed at graduates in Experimental Sciences, Health Sciences, and Technical Education.

Admission Profile

The program is designed for graduates with a broad background in Life Sciences, including Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine, and related fields.

Entrance Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a Spanish official graduate degree certificate or an equivalent degree from an EHEA institution.
• Hold a foreign higher education degree certificate that has been recognized as equivalent to a Spanish degree.
• Hold a university degree certificate obtained in a university or higher education institution outside the EHEA, without prior approval of their studies.

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the main group are based on the overall academic grade awarded for the degree. In cases where applicants have the same grade, preference is given to those who completed their studies in less time. The Master's Academic Committee makes the final decision based on personal interviews with applicants.

Pre-registration and Registration

Pre-registration is done exclusively through UACloud, and registration is completed via the Campus Virtual after publication of the final list of admitted students.

Number of Places

The program offers 20 places, with 14 reserved for graduates in scientific-technical degrees related to Biology and 6 for graduates of these same degrees who do not meet the specific requirement.

Adaptation

The program includes a procedure for equivalence recognition between the current and new course programs, allowing students to join the new course without penalty.

Credit Recognition and Transfer

The University of Alicante recognizes credits from official courses taken in this or other universities, provided they are related to the Master's degree. Credits from PhD studies, work experience, and non-official university studies can also be recognized, subject to certain conditions.

Program Structure

The Master's Degree in Biotechnology for Health and Sustainability is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in biotechnology, with a focus on health and sustainability.

Curriculum

The program includes a range of subjects, such as:

• Advanced biotechnology
• Biomedical engineering
• Stem cells and regenerative medicine
• Molecular microbiology
• Functional proteomics and genomics
• Advances in cell culture

Quality

The program is committed to quality and excellence, with a focus on providing students with a comprehensive education in biotechnology.

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Biotechnology
• Health sciences
• Sustainability
• Biomedical engineering
• Molecular biology

Governance and Organization

The University of Alicante has a governance structure that includes the Office of the President, the Office of the Comptroller, and the Office of the Registrar, among others.

Faculties and Centers

The university has several faculties and centers, including the Faculty of Economic and Business Sciences, the Faculty of Science, and the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Services and Administrative Units

The university provides a range of services and administrative units, including the University Library, the Reception Offices, and the Corporate Image and Graphic Communication office.

Conclusion

The University Master's Degree in Biotechnology for Health and Sustainability is a comprehensive program that provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in biotechnology, with a focus on health and sustainability. The program is designed to meet the needs of graduates in Experimental Sciences, Health Sciences, and Technical Education, and is committed to quality and excellence.