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University of Algarve
Master in Molecular and Microbial Biology
Faro, Portugal
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English, Portuguese
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline *
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 4,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* from 11/03/2025 to 04/04/25
** for International students| National students: EUR 1100 per year
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By contacting the school, you'll get access to free priority counselling for any study and application questions.Key Summary
About: The Master in Molecular and Microbial Biology program focuses on the study of microorganisms and molecular processes. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratories and research projects to understand microbial systems and their implications in health and environment. The program prepares learners for advanced studies and research careers in the field.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, environmental science, or academic research. Potential roles include microbiologist, molecular biologist, and researcher in health and disease contexts.
Introduction
If you search for a deep understanding of microbial and other biological systems, driving from the molecular and cellular organization of individual or community to apply in different areas (Environmental, Industrial and Biomedical) then come and seek your tools in the Microbial and Molecular Biology (MMB) Master Program.
This Master was accredited by the A3ES Commission.
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Admissions
Curriculum
Year 1
1st Semester
- Biology of Unicellular Eukaryotes
- Establishment and Maintenance of Cell Cultures
- Eukaryotic Molecular Genetics
- Microbial Biology I
- Prokaryotic Molecular Genetics
- Opção 1.1 (QAC)
2nd Semester
- Clinical Microbiology
- Gene Expression and Pathology
- Microbial Biology II
- Microbial Ecology
- Seminars in Metagenomics
- Opção 1.2 (QAC)
Year 2
Annual
- Report/Thesis
Year 2
1st Semester
- Thesis Plan and Experimental Work
Year 2
2nd Semester
- Thesis Plan and Experimental Work
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
- Technical directors/specialist technicians in public or private laboratories for environmental, clinical or industrial research, analysis and diagnosis:
- Forestry services
- Water quality
- Pollution control
- Forensic biology
- Microbial ecology
- Agri-food industry
- Development of diagnostic techniques
- Establishment and maintenance of microbial collections
- Researchers capable of obtaining a 3rd cycle degree