Molecular Biology

About this programme

The Master’s degree in Molecular Biology is a joint interdisciplinary program offered by the JKU Linz and the University of Salzburg. The program expands on the general education curriculum as part of the Bachelor's degree program in natural sciences, providing more in-depth studies in biochemistry, organic chemistry, biophysics, bioanalytics, structural biology, genetics, cell biology, system biology, and molecular biotechnology. The curriculum focuses on student-centered learning, applies state-of-the-art equipment, and educates students in advanced research methods to help them acquire a deeper understanding of areas in life sciences, such as molecular biology, cell biology, and biotechnology. Graduates of the joint Master’s degree program in Molecular Biology are highly qualified to pursue excellent employment opportunities in Austria or abroad in the field of molecular biology, cell biology, and biotechnology, both in academia or in industry. Graduates possess high-level skills such as: After successful completion of the Master's degree program, you can earn an advanced degree at the JKU: Let Professor Bonanni explain what a lab at LIT looks like, what you need to bring to the table to study physics, what research and teaching mean to her, and just what opportunities you have here. As part of the Master’s degree program, students are required to complete courses totaling 120 ECTS credits in the following areas: Contact the Admissions Office for additional information about the admission requirements.