University of Lausanne Faculty of Biology and Medicine
Master of Science (MSc) in Medical Biology
Lausanne, Switzerland
MSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
French
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Master of Science (MSc) in Medical Biology offers an in-depth understanding of medical biology, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of diseases and their treatments. This program typically lasts one to two years and is designed for students aiming to deepen their knowledge in biological sciences related to healthcare.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths such as biomedical researcher, clinical scientist, or health policy advisor. Opportunities may also exist in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology industries, as well as in academic and healthcare settings.
Training focused on the acquisition of the skills necessary for the development of new preclinical and clinical medical applications, with lessons on the normal and pathological functioning of the large systems of the human organism. Much emphasis is placed on learning techniques used in medical biology. There are three specialization streams: “Immunology and cancer”, “Neurosciences” and “Pharmacology and toxicology”.