Overview
This master’s programme in Protein Science at Linköping University will give you deep insights into mechanisms of protein action, based on complex structural aspects and mediated through binding dynamics, selectivity, and catalytic function. You will also study pharmacology and drug development.
Strong research environment
The education is offered in an internationally successful research environment focusing on the behaviour of misfolded proteins causing neurodegenerative diseases, interaction patterns of cancer-related proteins, and design of antimicrobial peptides for replacement of traditional antibiotics. The courses are taught by teachers who are all active researchers, and are just as eager to share their expertise as they are responsive to student ideas.
Extensive lab skills
You will have access to large instrument facilities, giving you the opportunity to develop extensive lab skills and participate in exciting projects. You will also practice your communication and teamwork abilities. The programme concludes with a degree project carried out in close collaboration with researchers in academia or at a company.
Career opportunities
After graduation, your lab experience and thorough understanding of molecular interactions will open career doors to the life science industry and the growing area of biological pharmaceuticals, as well as to hospital laboratories and chemical analysis companies. You will also be qualified to continue your academic education towards a doctoral degree.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biological Measurements
- Gene Technology
- State of the Art in Molecular Life Science
- Bioinformatics
- Pharmacology
- Analytical Chemistry
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Natural Sciences Molecular Sciences Health Sciences View 21 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of chemistry, chemical biology or equivalent. The Bachelor's degree (equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen) shall be from an internationally recognised university.
- 10 ECTS credits passed in the field of biochemistry.
- English corresponding to the level of English in Swedish upper secondary education (English 6/B). This is normally attested by means of an internationally recognised test.
- (Exemption from Swedish)
Tuition Fee
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International
24835 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24835 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
252000 SEK
Living costs for Linköping
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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