22 Life Sciences Degree Programs in Austria

Back to its roots. Right now, wood as a raw material is in fashion. No wonder, as there are a lot of benefits to this versatile material which go beyond visual and haptic ones. Plus, it is environmentally friendly. In our Master's degree in Forest Products Technology & Management, deepen your knowledge about this renewable energy source and become a sought-after manager!

The DK-MCCA is dedicated to the fields of molecular, cellular and clinical allergology. MCCA provides PhD-fellowship support for highly qualified students who have elected to pursue their PhD degree in allergology. The program is composed of three tracks dedicated to molecular allergology, cellular allergology and clinical allergology.

The Environmental Sciences and Policy Doctoral Program* provides a unique opportunity to pursue fundamental and applied research to address some of the most urgent environmental challenges in the world. Our graduates emerge from the Program with a broad understanding of diverse approaches to environmental problems, extensive practical research experience, professional networks and analytical and practical thinking skills with a commitment and capacity to addressing environmental challenges.

The Master of Science programme in Environmental Meteorology and Climate Physics is a double degree jointly offered by the University of Trento and the University of Innsbruck, Austria.

The Environmental Sciences and Policy Doctoral Program* provides a unique opportunity to pursue fundamental and applied research to address some of the most urgent environmental challenges in the world. Our graduates emerge from the Program with a broad understanding of diverse approaches to environmental problems, extensive practical research experience, professional networks and analytical and practical thinking skills with a commitment and capacity to addressing environmental challenges.

The Bachelor's degree in Medical and Bioinformatics (MBI) trains top talent who combine the worlds of computer science, data analysis and natural sciences. These sought-after experts work closely with physicians and biologists to master complex challenges and develop innovative solutions.

Graduates of the Bio- and Environmental Engineering degree program are involved in various current topics. The course offers a unique combination of science and technology to address the challenges of our time and develop sustainable solutions.

This course provides an understanding of nutrition and the scientific and technical aspects of food production. Graduates are able to develop high-quality, healthy and sustainably produced foods.

On the master programme you enhance your methods-based and problem-solving competencies, putting you in a position to overcome the challenges associated with developing and producing innovative treatments for cancer, autoimmune conditions and neurodegenerative diseases.

The Agricultural Technology degree program enables students to tackle agricultural challenges through innovation and sustainability. They can reduce environmental impacts and protect biodiversity through environmentally friendly practices.

The aim of the PhD Program “Molecular Signal Transduction” is to provide outstanding training opportunities for the understanding of the molecular physiology of cellular signal transduction and pathological alterations therein for the students. The program, which in particular covers the fields of physiology and pharmacology, will offer students the opportunity to work with approved scientists on cutting-edge research projects.

Food technology is an interdisciplinary, technological field with closely interlinked areas of knowledge. The focus is on the new and further development of technologies and products. The conservation of natural resources, process optimization and production efficiency are the driving forces in the food industry in order to be able to offer the healthiest possible products at competitive prices and at the same time the highest possible quality.

The Biotechnology Master’s degree program at MCI is designed for motivated bio-scientists who seek to apply their knowledge in the development of new products. Assuming basic training in a relevant discipline, such as biotechnology or biology, the program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, revise, and optimize biotechnological processes, from the genetic foundations to the final product.

The Master's degree course in Bio- and Environmental Engineering focuses on deepening technical and scientific expertise in bio- and environmental engineering through specialization in one of the two subject areas. The focus of the training is on environmental process engineering, environmental biotechnology, bioenergy production, plant planning and technology, bioanalysis of biologically active substances and the determination of the availability of these substances in the human body, and quality management.

In Master OMICS Technologies and Data Science in Biomedicine at the Intersection of Biotechnology and Data Science: The growing utilization of data-driven OMICS technologies in biomedical research, the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industry, as well as healthcare, is leading to a rapidly increasing demand for highly skilled professionals.