Genetics and Molecular Biosciences

Overview

In the Master's Programme in Genetics and Molecular Biosciences from University of Helsinki, you will acquire knowledge and skills in modern genetics and molecular biosciences. You get a broad-based understanding of biological phenomena and of the molecules that have an effect on health, including their interactions and functions at the levels of cells, tissues and organisms. You can specialise according to your interests in Biochemistry and Structural Biology, Cell and Developmental Biology, Genetics and Genomics or Molecular Analytical Health Biosciences. 

Upon completing the Master’s Programme in Genetics and Molecular Biosciences you will:

• have in-depth knowledge of genetics and molecular biosciences and of the experimental methods used in them.

• understand the characteristics and functions of genes and biomolecules at the cellular, tissue and organism levels.

• be able to analyse scientific knowledge critically and communicate it to different audiences.

• have the ability to produce new scientific information about the properties of genes, biomolecules and cells by means of experimental studies.

• be able to take advantage of existing research data and biological databases.

• have mastered good scientific practice and know-how to act accordingly.

• have the capacity for independent project management and problem-solving, as well as for maintaining and developing your own expertise.

• have the ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multicultural communities.

Career prospects

Although many of the graduates of the programme continue to doctoral training (PhD), it also gives you qualifications for specialist jobs outside Academia. The Master of Science (MSc) is a generalist degree, giving you the ability to work in basic and applied research and to act as an expert in public administration, the private sector and biotechnology companies.

The professional titles of graduates in molecular biosciences include senior researcher, entrepreneur, forensic chemist, research and development chemist, product manager, senior officer, editor and teacher, so your future profession and employment can be as unique as you are.