Program Overview
The Protein Science and Biotechnology at University of Oulu 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 Protein Science and Biotechnology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Finland 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 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Oulu, Finland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Protein Science and Biotechnology 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
- protein production and\nanalysis (compulsory)
- biochemical\nmethodologies (compulsory)
- 3-6 week orientation to\nresearch work periods in research groups (compulsory)
- basic aspects of\ncrystallographic methods
- structural enzymology
- biochemistry of protein\nfolding
- systems biology
- bioinformatics and\nbiocomputing
- structure-based drug\ndiscovery
- advanced\nbiotechnology/bioprocess engineering
- immunology
- animal use in research
- yeast genetics and\ngenomics
- information skills for\nforeign degree students
- bioreactor technology
- molecular bases of\ndisease
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree with good grades in either:
- Biochemistry, or a closely related topic (to be judged by the content of the degree)
- Chemistry, or a closely related topic, and relevant biochemistry experience
The degree has to consist of minimum three (3) years of full-time study. An equivalent higher education degree which enables the applicant to apply for higher university degree (master) studies in his/her home country is also acceptable in place of the BSc.
Language requirements
Our MSc degree uses the interview as the method for demonstrating language proficiency. No documentation on language proficiency is needed.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Oulu 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 Oulu
University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
University of Oulu is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2024-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months