IELTS: a minimum of 6.0 in each element
TOEFL: Internet-Based Test (iBT): a writing score of at least 24
† TOEFL Internet-Based
††Academic IELTS
††† Cambridge Certificates: a pass at a Grade C or better is required
This programme of study is also offered on a part-time basis. Please consult the Registrar’s website for more information pertaining to courses offered by the University.
Applied biology is concerned with applying theoretical and practical knowledge in the biological sciences to real life situations. The importance of the subject is being felt now more than ever before, in view of the complex situations and problems faced by our planet and the human population, and which require urgent measures that involve applying biological knowledge to practice.
Throughout the programme of studies, the student will be trained on appreciating tools, techniques and procedures used to identify and address knowledge gaps, undertake assessments and investigations, analyse data, interpret findings, and make recommendations for necessary actions, using applied biology, within industry and sectors that deal with biotechnology, food production, genetics, and assessment and maintenance of natural living resources, amongst others. Within this context, emphasis will be placed on the importance of adopting the latest concepts in applied biology to achieve advancement in techniques and procedures used. The student will be made aware of the importance of linkage between him/her as biologist and professionals in industrial and governmental/non-governmental specialist service providers.
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YEAR ONE
Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
BIO5115, Techniques in Molecular Biology, 5 ECTS,
BIO5125, Biotechnology 1, 5 ECTS,
BIO5160, Maintenance of Natural Living Resources, 5 ECTS,
BIO5155, Terrestrial and Aquatic Food Production 2, 5 ECTS,
Semester 1
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
BIO5120, Selected Topics in Theoretical and Applied Biochemistry, 5 ECTS,
BIO5130, Topics in Ecosystems and Biodiversity, 5 ECTS,
BIO5145, Ecotoxicology and Pollution Studies, 5 ECTS,
BIO5150, Terrestrial and Aquatic Food Production 1, 5 ECTS,
Semester 2
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
BIO5135, Biotechnology 2, 5 ECTS,
BIO5110, Applied Bioinformatics, 5 ECTS,
BIO5140, Ecosystem Goods and Services, 5 ECTS,
BIO5165, Research Methods in Applied Biology, 5 ECTS,
Semester 3
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
BIO5170, Project in Applied Biology, 30 ECTS
This programme of studies is designed to impart the necessary knowledge and skills to enable eventual holders of the degree to take up investigative, managerial, consultative and executive positions in industry, and with governmental/non-governmental specialist service providers and scientific research institutions that utilise knowledge of applied biology.
On completion of the programme of studies, the candidate will possess the necessary knowledge and skills to enable him/her continue with academic development at PhD level, or to take up other specialised postgraduate programmes of training in specific areas of applied biology.
It is envisaged that holders of this degree will be capable of contributing to: industry, private environmental consultancies, governmental departments and authorities that deal with aspects of the environment, and scientific research and academic institutions.
Health insurance - EUR €200 per year
