Overview

The Molecular Biology and Genetics MSc programme from the University of Pavia graduates will acquire a strong theoretical and methodological background relevant to both basic and applied aspects of these disciplines.

Students attending the Master Programme in Molecular Biology and Genetics come from European and extra-European countries. Every year, several foreign Visiting and Exchange students join the course thanks to the ERASMUS programme and other specific exchange programmes promoting internationalization and cultural exchange.

Career opportunities:

A Molecular Biology and Genetics Master degree may offer a successful introduction to different types of jobs throughout society.

Graduates will find work opportunities in a wide range of fields and institutions, including a possible continuation of the study towards a qualified Ph. D. degree for a career in the academic or research organization world, or employment in the health sector, in biotech companies, in agribusiness research, in the communication media, as well as for teaching in the private or public sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Molecular Biology

Bioinformatics

Cellular Biochemistry

Developmental Biology

Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Human Molecular Genetics

Methods in Biochemistry

Microbial Genetics

Molecular Microbiology

Molecular Pharmacology

Structural Biology

Pharmacology.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-09 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-06-06 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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78

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pavia, Italy

Disciplines

Biology Molecular Sciences Genetics View 14 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in Italy

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (Honours, 3 years) in Biology, Biotechnology or related life science programmes.

Students must have a good knowledge of basic biology topics with particular attention to Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology.

Knowledge of English should correspond at least to a B2 level.

Students who graduated in a non-Italian university must take and pass the pre-evaluation of qualification and admission test

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

400 EUR / year

≈ 400 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

156 EUR / year

≈ 156 EUR / year

Additional Details

EU: fixed fee of 156 EUR + a variable calculated fee
NON-EU: fee is set based of the student’s citizenship and area of study: from €400 to €4.500 per year.

Living costs

Pavia

Italy

600 - 950 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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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Pavia

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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