Master Programme in Molecular Biology

The Master Programme in Molecular Biology at Lund University offers a comprehensive understanding of bacteria, viruses, and unicellular fungi, highlighting their diversity and importance in nature and industry. This programme provides essential knowledge for fields ranging from medicine, food production, and biotechnology to agriculture, chemistry, geology, and environmental sciences. You will learn how microorganisms are applied in producing food, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, and how they serve as experimental models in both basic and applied research. Students can specialise in areas such as medical microbiology, biotechnology, or cellular and molecular microbiology, gaining practical experience in laboratory work, experimental design, and data analysis. The programme also emphasizes oral and written communication skills and encourages collaborative work in group projects. Teaching is conducted in modern laboratories with advanced equipment and is closely linked to ongoing research. The programme offers a supportive, international learning environment where faculty members, all active researchers, continuously integrate current scientific findings into the curriculum. This Molecular biology master’s at Lund University prepares graduates for careers in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, research, and environmental or health-related industries.

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