Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Vytautas Magnus UniversityProgram Overview
The Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at Vytautas Magnus University is a Master programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural sciences. 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 Molecular Biology and Biotechnology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Lithuania 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
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: EUR 3,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Kaunas, Lithuania
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Molecular Biology and Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Molecular Biology
- Molecular laboratory diagnostics
- Molecular Ecology
- Molecular biotechnology
- Bionanotechnology and biomodeling
- Molecular immunogenetics
- Research Project
- Biotechnology for medicine
- Special Course
- Molecular Methods in Forensic Medicine
- Molecular biology of medicinal plants
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor degree diploma or equivalent degree in one of these fields: Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biophysics, Pharmacy. ECTS courses may be required for agronomy, veterinary, pedagogical science and other bachelors.
- Proof of English Language: Minimum requirements for English language are TOEFL 87 iBT/534 PBT, IELTS 5.5. or any other official document from an official institution showing you had courses in English or studied English language and have at least B2 level.
- Admission score is counted based on: Motivation letter* 0,3 + Arithmetic average of bachelor degree diploma supplement all subjects* 0,4 + English grade* 0,3.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 3,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 3,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vytautas Magnus University 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 Vytautas Magnus University
Vytautas Magnus University
Kaunas, Lithuania
Vytautas Magnus University(VMU) (Lithuanian:Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas, VDU) is a public university inKaunas,Lithuania. The university was founded in 1922 during theinterwar periodas an...
University Profile- Application Deadline Dec, 2026
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
