Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, M.Sc.

Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
University rank #98 (QS) ,
The Master’s programme in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology aims to provide a deep understanding of how to design and operate state-of-the-art life science based processes, with respect to product quality, sustainability and finance.

About

The two-year Master’s programme in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology  comprises advanced courses regarding biotechnological tools used for the development of industrial processes, sustainable production of commodities and the impact of such processes on the environment and the society. The courses focus on five subject areas: cell-based process biotechnology, enzyme biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, medical applications of biotechnology and omics are programme offers.

 The student is able to tailor their education to create a unique profile and expertise. The courses are tailored to provide a holistic perspective and comprise both theoretical knowledge and practical application of theory. Skills such as problem-solving and project management as well as professional communication are emphasised on several courses. The programme curriculum is closely linked to the research undertaken at the School of Biotechnology and to the Bio/Pharmaceutical/Chemical industry.

Career 

Graduates of the programme will acquire the skills necessary for a professional career in the biotechnology industry, as well as those for further academic studies. These areas are expanding worldwide, offering anyone with a master’s degree in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology vast career opportunities, including those found in patent and consultant agencies and finance.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:
  • Theory and Methodology of Science with Applications (Natural and Technological Science)
  • Microbiology
  • Cultivation Technology
  • Molecular Enzymology
  • The Cell Factory
  • Biocatalysis
  • Energy and Environment
  • Industrial Management, Basic Course

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    120 ECTS
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    90

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  • Minimum required score:

    575

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  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

Specific admission requirements

A bachelor's degree corresponding to 180 ECTS

  • Cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology and gene technology/molecular biology corresponding to a total of at least 20 ECTS
  • Chemistry corresponding to at least 30 ECTS
  • Mathematics, numerical analysis and computer science corresponding to a total of at least 20 ECTS
Programme specific documents
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of motivation
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Relevant work experience, if any
  • List of qualifications

Tuition Fee

  • International Applies to you

    14946.5 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 29893 EUR for the full programme and a duration of 24 months.

  • EU/EEA Applies to you

    Free
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 0 EUR for the full programme and a duration of 24 months.
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  • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens: The tuition fee for the full programme is SEK 310,000
  • EU/EEA/Swiss citizens: There are no tuition fees for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens

Living costs for Stockholm

  • 9668 - 17250 SEK/month
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