Master's Degree in Biomedical Omics (BO)
Milan, Italy
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
The advent of technologies that allow the global analysis of biological phenomena ("omics") has revolutionized the study of human diseases and opened new perspectives in the field of research, diagnosis and therapy, tracing the path for Precision or Personalized Medicine. The central element of Precision Medicine is in fact the quantitative description of biological or clinical phenotypes by high definition omics (genomics, epigenomics, proteomics, metabolomics, microbiomics, digital imaging, radiomics and radiogenomics).
The Master Program in Biomedical Omics aims at providing students with a broad understanding of omics disciplines applied to medicine and first-hand practical experience with different omics techniques. Key competences of graduates include the ability to design experiments, manage the work flow, analyze and interpret omics data, and create applications for future developments in omics approaches.
Regional Scholarships
Regional scholarships provide financial support (from a minimum of €1,296 to a maximum of €7,316), exemption from the second tuition fee installment and a free daily meal at the university canteen.
These scholarships are awarded through a competitive selection process to students who meet specific merit, income and enrolment requirements, and who are regularly enrolled in a University of Milan programme.
The call for applications is usually published in July. For more information, please visit: Regional scholarships | Università degli Studi di Milano Statale
MAECI Scholarships
Each year, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers scholarships to international students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE).
These scholarships aim to foster international cooperation in cultural, scientific and technological fields, promote the Italian language and culture, and support Italy’s presence worldwide.
The call for applications and the list of eligible countries are available at: Study in Italy.
European Futures Scholarships
The University of Milan offers 30 scholarships worth €10,000 each to talented students from the European Union who have completed a bachelor’s degree by 31 July and wish to enrol in a master’s degree programme for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The scholarship package includes:
- full exemption from tuition fees
- 30 free places in shared twin rooms in university halls of residence
- participation in the UniMi Ambassadors programme, engaging outstanding students in international promotion activities (e.g., campus tours and webinars)
Applications are open from 5 May to 15 June 2026. The Call and the application link are available here: International scholarships | Università degli Studi di Milano Statale
1st Course Year
- Computational approaches for omics data
- Genomics and Epigenomics
- High-throughput screenings
- Legislation, management, and technology transfer
- Proteomics
- Radiomics
2nd Course Year
- Clinical Omics
- Ethics and decision-making
- Experimental design
- Omics in diagnostics
Elective Courses
- 8 CFU from courses of their choice offered by the University of Milan during the second year
Additional Language Skills
- Italian
The University of Milan ranks among the leading institutions worldwide. In the QS World University Rankings 2027, it is ranked 270th globally, confirming its steady progress on the international stage, having gained six positions compared to the previous year despite the increase in the number of universities evaluated.
The University’s excellence is particularly evident in subject rankings. According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, the University of Milan is placed among the top 50 in Veterinary Medicine and it’s in the top 100 universities worldwide in five disciplines:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Medicine
- Philosophy
- Pharmacy & Pharmacology
- Sociology
The University also ranks among the top 150 worldwide in several subjects, including:
- Agriculture & Forestry
- Classics & Ancient History
- Law
- Politics & International Studies
- Social Policy & Administration
- Modern Languages
- Dentistry
- Nursing
Moreover, it is placed within the top 200 globally in a broad range of disciplines:
- Archaeology
- Chemistry
- Communication & Media Studies
- Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics & Astronomy
- Statistics & Operational Research
The University of Milan also stands out for its strong commitment to sustainability, ranking 4th in Italy and 174th globally in the QS Sustainability Ranking—an impressive rise of 45 positions. This achievement highlights the University’s growing impact in addressing key social and environmental challenges, reinforcing its role as a forward-looking and responsible institution.
This advancement reflects a comprehensive strengthening of the University’s sustainability policies. Particularly noteworthy are the results in the Social Impact dimension, which highlight increasingly effective initiatives in inclusion, knowledge exchange, and social responsibility, as well as in Governance, with high standards of transparency, ethics, and institutional accountability.
Overall, these results confirm the University of Milan as a multidisciplinary public institution capable of combining academic excellence, social impact, and a strong commitment to sustainable development.
Knowledge and Understanding
Graduates in Biomedical Omics will have theoretical knowledge and practical experience in omics disciplines applied to the clinics. Key competencies will include the ability to design experiments, manage workflow, analyze and interpret data, and devise new strategies for further development of omics approaches. The courses and training activities will provide specific skills in omics disciplines and in the computational approaches that are necessary for the interpretation of results. Graduates will also be familiar with the legal, ethical, and decision-making aspects related to the handling of sensitive data.
Applying Knowledge and Understanding
A key objective of the Master's Degree course in Biomedical Omics is to provide graduates with the full capacity to apply the theoretical knowledge they receive. To achieve this goal, a relevant amount of time will be devoted to practical training and to the experimental thesis deriving from a research project that can be conducted in a national or international, academic or industrial laboratory.
Graduates in Biomedical Omics will be able to pursue careers as Technologists in Biomedical Omics:
Tasks
- Coordination and execution of omics techniques in routine diagnostics or clinical research within hospital laboratories.
Skills
- Understanding of the clinical demand underlying the required analyses
- Execution of omics analyses
- Interpretation of results
- Introduction of technological upgrades in the clinical laboratory and development of technology upgrades to adapt standard protocols to local needs
Employment Opportunities
- Diagnostic laboratories in hospitals and clinical research laboratories
Graduates will also have the possibility to work in basic research laboratories, in biotechnological development institutes, or to continue their academic training by enrolling in doctoral programs or second-level master's programs, both in Italy and abroad.