Program Overview
The Medical Biotechnologies at University of Siena is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Medical Biotechnologies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 1,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Siena, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical Biotechnologies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- C.i. Of advanced biochemistry
- C.i. Of advanced microbiology
- C.i. Of advanced neurology
- C.i. Of biotechnologies for human reproduction
- C.i. Of experimental pathology
- C.i. Of medical genetics
- C.i. Of vaccine discovery and development
- Oncology and Molecular Immunopathology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the MSc Programmes is open to graduates who have a recognized degree (bachelor or equivalent) in engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics.
If you have another degree or you have completed the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at a recognized institution, you will be admitted provided you have an adequate background in information technology, mathematics and physics.
In any case, the admission is decided by the Enrolment Committee on the basis of your CV.
If you have obtained your previous degree (BSc or equivalent) from a non-Italian institution, this is the procedure to apply to our MSc Programmes.
Prepare the following documents in pdf format and archive them in a single zip file (max size = 30MB)
- Application form (download pdf/rtf) , specifying which MSc Programme you are interested in
- Curriculum Vitae, in English
- Transcript of exams and grades achieved, in English
- If you are not a native English speaker: a transcript of English proficiency test (TOEFL, Cambridge, etc.) or any statement proving an equivalent proficiency
- Copy of your passport (if non-EU citizen) or Identity Card
- Submit the zip file containing all the documents listed above, by filling the online application
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Siena directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Siena
University of Siena
Siena, Italy
University of Siena (Università degli Studi di Siena) is a historic and prestigious public research university in Siena, Tuscany, Italy, founded in 1240, making it one of the oldest universities...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months