Overview
The Marine Biotechnology from Klaipeda University provides the student with a high-quality academic education, building professional competences in the area of marine biotechnology (also called blue biotechnology) and helping to address its global challenges.It will ensure that students:
- essential interdisciplinary training in key topics related to Marine Biotechnology;
- opportunities to specialise within one of the four thematical tracks: (1) Innovative Bioproducts for Future; (2) Blue Biomass; (3) Marine Biorefinery; (4) Aquaculture Biotechnology;
- a tailored study programme according to their aspirations via individual professional practice (internship), individual research (academic research integration) and thesis work.
Career opportunities
In 2016, the Blue Economy provided 3.48 million jobs in the EU and the average wage increased by 14.2%.The EU-CONEXUS countries represent more than 50% of the EU`s Blue Jobs.You will be able to assist companies in:
- the health, cosmetics and agri-food sectors to reach new markets and segments.
- the manufacturing of new functional products from marine resources.
- the various uses of Biotechnology to the aquaculture sector such as : managing advanced breeding programmes, estimating significant diseases of aquatic organisms, modifying the metabolism of molecules in living organisms and support modern research for practical aquaculture development and seafood processing.
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Courses include:
- Blue Biotechnology Business and R&D Management
- Marine Natural Products: Classes, Biological Activity and Biosynthesis
- Chemical Libraries
- Screening of Bioactivity
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Klaipeda, Lithuania
Disciplines
Biotechnology Marine Science View 6 other Masters in Biotechnology in LithuaniaExplore more key information
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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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Other requirements
General requirements
- University Bachelor’s degree which shows that the applicant has a minimal background in biological sciences and linked to the Master’s field in Biotechnology.
- Diploma Supplement or Transcript of records (in language of origin and an official translation into English) showing full details of courses studied and grades/marks obtained.
- Certificate to proof of English language proficiency (see requirements), if English is not a native language. The certificate must be issued during the last 2 years.
- Statement of purpose completed with comments/justification about the preference for the track (specialisation) in JMPMB.
- CV (Europass CV format is highly recommended).
- 2 academic recommendation letters (the letters must be not older than 6 months, signed, they must contain a date and they must be on letterhead paper, and include the referees signature or official stamp).
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents9000 EUR / year≈ 9000 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals5000 EUR / year≈ 5000 EUR / year
Living costs
Klaipeda
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Funding
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