Program Overview

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Máster Universitario en Biología Celular y Molecular

The Master's Degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology is a one-year academic program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques of cellular and molecular biology. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in research, academia, or industry.

Presentation

The Master's Degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology has been verified by the ACSUCyL and the Council of Universities in 2013 and has been renewed in 2018 and 2024. The program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the principles and techniques of cellular and molecular biology, as well as the ability to design, conduct, and analyze experiments.

Objectives

The main objectives of the program are:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques of cellular and molecular biology
• To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in research, academia, or industry
• To provide students with the ability to design, conduct, and analyze experiments
• To prepare students for further study in doctoral programs or other advanced degree programs

Competencies

The program is designed to provide students with the following competencies:

• Knowledge of distinct biological mechanisms at the cellular level and in different cellular models
• Ability to design, conduct, and analyze experiments using the scientific method
• Ability to develop skills in searching and managing scientific information using databases
• Ability to carry out detailed analyses of scientific literature related to different aspects of cellular and molecular biology
• Ability to present scientific reports in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing

Profile of Admission

The program is aimed at graduates or university graduates in the biosanitary area (Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, etc.) with a good academic record and previous training in basic aspects of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Cell Biology.

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the program are:

• Adequacy of previous studies to the objectives of the Master's program
• Academic record of the applicant
• Experience in laboratory work
• Additional academic titles
• Knowledge of English (level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Plan of Studies

The program consists of 60 ECTS credits, distributed in four compulsory subjects (30 ECTS), five optional subjects (15 ECTS), and a final master's project (15 ECTS).

Guía Académica

The Academic Guide provides information on the calendar of activities, norms, and procedures for the program, as well as information on the professors and tutors.

Salidas Académicas y Profesionales

The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in research, academia, or industry. The main profiles of exit are:

• Researcher in a laboratory or research center
• Professional in the biosanitary industry
• Teacher or professor in a university or secondary school

Indicadores de Calidad

The program has been evaluated by the Agencia para la Calidad del Sistema Universitario de Castilla y León (ACSUCyL) and has received positive evaluations.

Becas, Ayudas al Estudio y a la Movilidad

The program offers scholarships and financial aid to students, as well as opportunities for mobility and international exchange.

Contact

For more information, please contact the Director of the Master's program, Rafael Góngora Fernández, at the Faculty of Biology, University of Salamanca.