Master in Biology

Tuition costs 2,402 USD per year.

Biology is the scientific study of living organisms, covering scales from molecules and cells to whole organisms and ecosystems. A master's programme in biology typically builds on undergraduate training in genetics, cell biology, physiology, and ecology, allowing students to specialise further in areas such as molecular biology, microbiology, evolutionary biology, or environmental and conservation biology. Laboratory work is usually central to the training, giving students experience with techniques used in genetic analysis, microscopy, and experimental design, alongside coursework in statistics and research methods needed to interpret biological data. Graduates in biology pursue careers in research institutions, universities, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and public health or environmental agencies. Some move into laboratory-based roles in diagnostics, genetic testing, or drug development, while others work in conservation, environmental monitoring, or science education. The programme also serves as preparation for doctoral study for students aiming toward academic or industrial research careers, given the emphasis on independent project work typically found at the master's level. This two-year Biology master's programme is offered by Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, based in Milano, Italy, and taught in English. As a master's-level programme, it is intended for students who already hold a bachelor's degree, typically in biology or a closely related life science field. The English-medium format is designed to make advanced biological study accessible to an international student body at a university with a substantial presence in the sciences within the Milano area.