Master’s in Biotechnology for the Bioeconomy

Innovating Life – Transforming Economies

Program Description

The master's program in Biotechnology for the Bioeconomy is unique in Portugal. If you have a passion for science and math, pursuing a degree in biotechnology for the bioeconomy can provide opportunities to develop cutting-edge products and technologies that enhance people’s quality of life.

Combining natural sciences, engineering, and economics, the Master´s program in Biotechnology for the Bioeconomy addresses social, health, and environmental challenges, promoting cuttingedge biotechnology-driven solutions that are both sustainable and ethically sound.

The Master's in Biotechnology for the Bioeconomy, unique in Portugal, stands out for placing students at the heart of the creative process, preparing them for innovative and multidisciplinary careers. A career in biotechnology offers the opportunity to contribute to one of today's most pioneering and impactful sectors.

The four-semester program includes compulsory and optional subjects, a project in a professional context and a thesis. Areas such as Integrative Biology, Omics, Gene Editing, Artificial Intelligence and Bioeconomics are explored, with a practical focus on management tools and socio-technical innovation.

Who is the Master’s in Biotechnology for the Bioeconomy for?

The master´s is for holders of a B.Sc. degree, or equivalent, in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Chemistry, Bioengineering, or related areas. More broadly, it is for curious students who believe that science will bring solutions to the significant issues affecting humanity, such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and health. 

 

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Testimonial

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Pietro Iannetta

Head of Ecological Food Systems
A Master’s degree in biotechnology is critically important. Modern biotechnology is an approach based on deep understanding of biological systems, organism interactions, and their interplay with environmental factors.