Overview

Students with diverse backgrounds within natural sciences are encouraged to apply. The Applied Biotechnology program at University of Iceland runs in collaboration with companies from the biotech industry where students will conduct research projects within Icelandic companies or academia.

The program has a broad theoretical approach and is interdisciplinary in nature. The aim of studies is to give a broad but focused view on topics and methods within the biological industry such as:

Cellular biology

Genetics

Microbiology

Protein chemistry

Protein purification and upscaling

Pharmaceutical biotechnology

Production processing in biotechnology.

Chemical analysis.

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Bioprocessing and Biotechnology

Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Microbiology

Overexpression, purification and quality of proteins

Analytics for Biologicals

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reykjavik, Iceland

Disciplines

Biology Biotechnology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

BS degree in health sciences, engineering, chemistry, biology or related fields with an average grade of 6,5 or higher (on the scale of 1-10). Applicants may be required to complete basic courses in life sciences (genetics, cell biology and biochemistry).
Applicants are asked to submit a letter of motivation, 1-2 pages, in English, where they should discuss their background relevant to this programme and state the reasons why they want to pursue graduate work in the field of applied biotechnology. Applicants should also discuss their future plans and goals, as well as suggesting a possible field for their research project.
Confidential letters of recommendation (2) should be submitted. These should be from faculty members or others who are familiar with the academic work of the applicant and qualified to evaluate his/her potential for graduate studies.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

The University of Iceland does not charge tuition fees, but the annual registration fee is ISK 75,000. (aprox. 540 euros or 576 USD)

Living costs

Reykjavík

Iceland

178929 - 290400 ISK / month

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Overview

The program has a broad theoretical approach and is interdisciplinary in nature. The aim of studies is to give a broad but focused view on topics and methods within the biological industry such as:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Reykjavík

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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