Program Overview

Master's Degree in Plant Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology

The Master's Degree in Plant Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology at UPV, in collaboration with CSIC, is a gateway to innovation. With a focus on advanced technologies, it prepares students to lead projects in plant biotechnology, impacting agri-food, pharmacological, and environmental sectors.

Official Title and Credits

• Official title: Master's Degree in Plant Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology
• Credits: 90 credits

Language of Instruction and Requirement

• Language of instruction: Spanish
• Language requirement: No

Modality and Campus

• Modality: Presential
• Campus: UPV Valencia Campus Site (Valencia)

Program Details

• Offered Places: 24 (course 26-27)
• Course Start: September 2026 (course 26-27)
• Course Duration: A year and a half, from September 2026 to February 2028
• Number of Credits: 90 ECTS (course 26-27)
• Credit Price:
  • Type 1 students: 35.34 (course 26-27)
  • Type 2 students: 70.68 (course 26-27)
• Total Price:
  • Type 1 students: From 3180.6 (course 26-27)
  • Type 2 students: From 6361.2 (course 26-27)

Student Types

• Type 1: National, EU, and foreign students residing in Spain
• Type 2: All other international students

Pre-registration

• Phase 0:
  • Period: From 17 November 2025 to 13 February 2026
  • Directed to: International students (outside the EU)
• Phase 1:
  • Period: From 2 March to 30 April 2026
  • Directed to: All students (national, EU, and international)
• Phase 2:
  • Period: From 15 to 26 June 2026
  • Directed to: All students (national, EU, and international)
• Phase 3:
  • Period: Two periods: from 31 July to 7 August; and from 24 August to 4 September 2026
  • Directed to: All students (national, EU, and international)

Quality and Accreditation

• The program prioritizes quality and stakeholder satisfaction, aligned with the PE UPV 2027_SIRVE and the Quality Policy.
• Degrees quality is ensured through various mechanisms, including SIGCTi, verification reports, indicators, and registration (RUCT).

Research and Innovation

• The Master's Degree is taught in the Institute of Molecular and Cellular Biology of Plants (IBMCP), a reference center for research and advanced training in plant biotechnology.
• The program focuses on innovation, preparing students to lead projects in plant biotechnology and impact various sectors.

News and Events

• The program regularly updates news and developments, including welcoming days, graduations, and rankings.
• Students can stay informed about the latest news and events in the degree program.

General Regulations

• Registration: Regulations apply to all students.
• Permanence Regulations: Ensure student progression and completion of the program.
• Credit Recognition and Transfer Regulations: Allow for the recognition and transfer of credits from other institutions.

Other Links of Interest

• European Curriculum Vitae: A standardized format for presenting academic and professional experience.
• European ETCS Credit System: A system for transferring credits between institutions.
• Difference between Homologation and Legalization: Clarification on the processes for recognizing foreign degrees and documents.