Overview

The Biotechnology of Environment and Health Master from The University of Oviedo has been designed to give to the students solid knowledge in the basic scientific and technical principles of biotechnology applied to the analysis of the chemical and biological risks that affect the environment and health. The early detection, the prevention and the evaluation of risks, together with the use of modern biotechnological techniques for the preservation of the environment and health, make up the core of the masters.

The course also includes instruction in management and marketing of biotechnology, on intellectual and industrial property, environmental laws, as well as professional skills and ethical principles with regard to biotechnological activities.

The course will be mainly in English with some relevant parts in Spanish. The complete Master´s program is organised in two years for those students who are interested in obtaining a doctorate degree and for those who wish to follow a professional career with a biotechnological profile.

Prospective students

Graduates in Biotechnology or in related disciplines such as Biology, Chemistry, Chemical engineering, Pharmacy and Medicine, amongst others, who wish to acquire training as professionals in the field of Biotechnology, or who are interested in continuing their education in a doctorate program (the first year is enough in the later case for Spanish licenciados).
Professionals from different fields interested in widening their knowledge about biotechnological applications related to the environment and health.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Genomic and nucleic acid biotechnology

Bacterial biotechnology

Biotechnology of filamentous fungi and yeasts

Animal cell biotechnology

Plant biotechnology

Laboratory safety

Professional skills in biotechnology: ethical implications, oral communication, written communication

Environmental microbiology

Biogeochemistry

Biotechnology of waste management

Ecotoxicology

Analysis and identification of chemical contaminants

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-10 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Spanish

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oviedo, Spain

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 12 other Masters in Biotechnology in Spain

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Have completed an official degree in Spain or in any higher education institution of a member state of the European Union integrated in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) that allows students to take a Master's Degree.

Students who have obtained their degree outside the EHEA can be admitted as long as the University can verify that these qualifications have a similar level to the corresponding degrees in Spain and they permit graduates to take a Master's Course.

This Master's Programme is specially designed for Graduates in Biotechnology or any other related area such as: Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy or Medicine among others; as well as for all professionals who are interested in broadening their knowledge on biotechnological applications related to the environment and health.

English and Spanish language ability equivalent to level B1

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

3180 EUR / year

≈ 3180 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1560 EUR / year

≈ 1560 EUR / year

Living costs

Oviedo

Spain

580 - 960 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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