Page 2 of 2, 29 Master Programs in Natural Sciences in Europe for 2024

The master's degree, of an interuniversity nature, provides the advanced training that, both in the specialty of Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology and in Cognitive Neuroscience, a Neuroscience professional must possess in order to have the theoretical and experimental bases required to carry out a doctoral thesis.

This master's degree provides advanced training, with a multidisciplinary orientation, for the academic, professional and research specialization of graduates interested in various fields of Pediatric research. It is an interuniversity master's degree with the universities of Cantabria, Granada, Rovira i Virgili and Zaragoza.

The Master's Degree course in Biology provides a highly specialized training course for access to advanced levels of training (Ph.D.) and to undertake scientific research in universities or in public or private research laboratories, project activities in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and agro/food companies and public and private organizations, and job opportunities in the fields of environmental impact, biodiversity and health.

The Master’s degree course in Health Biology has as its primary objective the training of a Biologist with specific skills in the field of Biomedical and Health Sciences.

The Master Degree in Genetic Counsellors is the first degree program in Italy that trains the professional figure of the genetic counsellor through the acquisition of the principles and practices of clinical, medical and laboratory genetics. Genetic counsellors are non-medical health figures that work closely with medical geneticists in both public and private medical genetics services.

Recent developments in the biomolecular sciences, particularly in genome sequencing, the mapping of molecular interaction networks, the biology of systems, structural biology, molecular evolution and cell development constitute a significant challenge to the teaching of biology. Developments of this type, however, have opened up new possibilities for building an integrated understanding of the functioning and evolution of life. The copious stream of information flowing from such advances has meant that a new teaching approach and a significant degree of knowledge integration have both become necessary. With this in mind, the second cycle in Molecular and Cell Biology places a strong emphasis on the study of genomes, cellular regulation and development, and molecular evolution. There are significant theoretical-practical and practical strands to the study programs which allow participants to extend their knowledge base and acquire laboratory training in the methods of modern Molecular and Cell Biology. There is a further component focusing on Bio-business that should help the transfer of knowledge acquired during the second cycle to the market place, and the setting up of biotechnology micro companies. Molecular and Cell Biology is one of the cornerstones of biotechnology and with a solid training in this area, graduates should be well prepared to set up micro companies to operate in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. The growing use of new molecular and genetic diagnostic tools in the national health service and in the food industry means there is a call for professionals with a solid training in the biomolecular sciences. The 2nd cycle in Molecular and Cell Biology at Aveiro was designed with the intention of preparing professionals for the field with competences in modern methods for the analysis of genes and genomes, RNA, proteins and other biomolecules that are of importance in clinical diagnostics and food safety.

The evolution of society has been accompanied by the development of new technologies and products that give rise to a great diversity of contaminants that can be hazardous to public health and ecosystems. For example, the increasing use of chemicals can pose significant risks to human health and the environment at the various stages of the life cycle of these substances (production, storage, use and final destination). The adoption of vast European legislation in this field, which requires the assessment of these risks, and the growing concern about the effects of toxic agents and pollution on ecosystems and human health, leads to the need to train specialists in Ecotoxicology, Toxicology and Risk Analysis. This cycle of studies focuses on the mechanisms of action of contaminants at the sub-cellular and cellular levels, as well as their effects on individuals, populations, communities and ecosystems (Ecotoxicology) and on Human Health (Toxicology). Based on a highly qualified academic staff with vast curriculum in this scientific area, the master's degree in Eco-Toxicology and Risk Analysis establishes bridges between scientific knowledge and its application in decision-making, regulation and environmental management processes. This is an area in which the national and international market has a growing need for employees.

Oral and Dental disease is a world-wide problem, often leading to loss of quality of life. We aim to provide you with the knowledge and understanding in this critical area to help contribute to the future of oral health in society.

The master's degree in Analytical Chemistry provides specialized training through which students will learn to tackle specific analytical problems in a range of specific fields (the environment, pharmacy, nutrition, clinical settings, biomedicine, etc.), placing special emphasis on experimental work complemented by advanced theoretical training.

Translate fundamental research into biomedical engineering solutions

In the Analytical Chemistry Master's Program, researches are carried out on a wide range of qualitative and quantitative measurements, such as pharmaceutical, environmental, biology, chemistry, food and support products. Identification and measurement of drug active substances and impurities, development of new and rapid measurement methods for clinical research, development of kits for biochemical measurements, drug monitoring, pharmacokinetics, determination and properties of secondary metabolites, metrological traceability in analytical measurements, analytical method development systematics and qualified, applied research opportunities are carried out.

By raising individuals who are modern, who are on the path shown by science, who have served their country and humanity; to contribute to the formation of health-manpower.

The Master’s program "Cognitive neuroscience" aims to prepare highly qualified specialists in the field of studying the brain and cognitive processes.

The major thrust of research in genomic & molecular epidemiology in the next ten years will be the identification of predisposing genes in complex diseases and environmental factors. This may ultimately lead to more targeted surveillance and improved clinical care.