Master in Molecular Biotechnology

The University of Barcelona (UB) is a historic public research university founded in 1450, located in the vibrant city of Barcelona. With some 63,000 students and a significant international population, UB offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts and humanities, law, health sciences, social sciences and STEM fields. Its city-centered campuses combine historic buildings and modern facilities, giving students access to libraries, labs, research centers and cultural life in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

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The Master in Molecular Biotechnology at the University of Barcelona is a degree program for students who want to become specialists in applied biotechnology. This master's degree takes one year to complete and is taught in English. The program helps students develop a strong foundation in biotechnology and its processes.

The curriculum covers topics such as bioprocess design, product research and development, and biomolecular processes. Students learn how to identify problems, find creative solutions, and use them in their future careers. They also learn management methods and techniques for research and companies, and understand legislation on handling biotechnology and biohealth products.

Graduates of this program can work as biotechnology researchers, quality control managers, bioprocess engineers, research and development managers, or patent consultants. They can find jobs in the biotechnology and biohealth industries, research institutions, or companies that develop new products and technologies.