Genetics and Molecular Biosciences

How do genes regulate the development and functioning of cells, tissues and organisms? How do molecules, cells and tissues function and interact with each other to form a living organism. These are the key issues for understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms, whose disruption can contribute to the onset and progression of many diseases. Researchers in the fields of genetics, genomics, cellular and developmental biology, biochemistry, structural biology, molecular plant science and biosciences of health are searching for the answers to these questions. Upon completing the Master’s Programme in Genetics and Molecular Biosciences: You will have in-depth knowledge of genes and biomolecules at the cellular, tissue, and organism levels and of the experimental methods used to study them.You will be able to critically analyze scientific knowledge and communicate it to different audiences. You will have the ability to produce new scientific information about genes, biomolecules and cells by means of experimental and computational studies. You will master good scientific practice and know how to act accordingly. You can critically evaluate research across different scientific disciplines. You will have the capacity for independent project management and problem solving, as well as for maintaining and developing your own expertise. You will have the ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multicultural communities. You can act in working life as an expert and innovator in your field, supported by your language, communication, lab skills and other transferable skills. The programme has four study tracks: biochemistry and structural biology genetics and genomics cell and developmental biology molecular and physiological basis of health In addition, the study track of biology teacher is available for Finnish or Swedish -speaking students who have been accepted to biology teacher study track during bachelor studies. Students in this track need to include 60 cr of pedagogical studies in their Master´s degree. The curriculum facilitates graduation in two study years. Further information about the studies on the programme website.