This joint Masters programme in Marine Biotechnology is an integrated multidisciplinary programme offered within the framework of one of the first transnational European universities.
The programme 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.
This Marine Biotechnology Masters gives the student multiple travel options within the alliance.
Students are integrated into a multicultural study group and a professional network, offering an immersive system of project-based learning in the ‘real world’ economy.
The JMPMB is focussed on applications of Marine Biotechnology to the health, cosmetics and agri-food sectors, leading the students through a pipeline on marine biotechnology including:
biochemical and genomic prospecting tools for searching new molecules from aquatic resources.
microorganisms, micro-algae and seaweed biomass production as the feedstock of new compound.
biochemical and biotechnology tools for extraction and functionalization of new compounds obtained from marine biomass for application to health, cosmetics and agri-food sectors.
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.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
EU-CONEXUS has built this programme in collaboration with stakeholders to match the actual needs of the biotechnological sector. Moreover, companies and research centers are involved in the teaching of the programme.
It will prepare employable students to get the following skills and knowledge:
Understand the process of discovery and development of marine derived molecules and set up an efficient biotechnological pipeline to develop innovative marine natural products using state of the art techniques.
Integrate problem-solving skills, specialised knowledge, and understanding from current challenges to innovative solutions regarding the sector.
Acquire skills related to management of biotechnological innovation projects, transfer of R&D and protection of industrial and intellectual property in the marine biotechnology sector.
Communicate efficiently scientific results to colleagues, customers and collaborators by means of highly organised, coherent, and cohesive both written and oral discourses to contribute to the betterment of the field.
Work as part of multidisciplinary and international teams, following and maintaining high quality of work and high productivity.
Why this master
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Enrol and be inspired by our team of specialist thematic researchers. Participate in cutting edge research in blue biotechnology. Learn from leading industry experts bringing real work experience into the classes. Tackling marine biotechnology challenges through multidisciplinary understanding.
STUDIES WITH NO BORDER – BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER
Study in European Universities from four different countries. Participate in trans-national research teams. Gain a Joint Masters Degree awarded by a European University Alliance and recognisable by six European Universities. Create your own European network for marine biotechnology. Custom-build your marine biotechnology career through four specialisation tracks.
INTERNATIONAL STUDY CAMPUS
Enjoy a range of social and sporting activities. Experiment at least three different countries culture and lifestyles.
EXCELLENT FACILITIES
Students will have access to
excellent lecture and university library facilities
well-equipped laboratories for introducing professional tasks
research facilities for integrated student projects
