The Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology (henceforth referred to as Master) is designed for students interested in acquiring a deep knowledge of the molecular, cellular and genetic aspects of prokaryotes and eukaryotes organisms, the structure and function of biological macromolecules, and the cellular processes in which they are involved.
The Master’s program introduces learners to the fundamental principles of pathological processes in human organisms and their cellular and molecular pathogenesis, as well as provides expertise on congenital or acquired diseases of biotechnological interest. Graduates will also learn how to recognize the interactions between external microorganisms and human or animal organisms using ad hoc diagnostic tests, to use bioinformatics tools to query databases, contemporary deontological issues, and current bioethical legislations.
The Course of Study proposes a list of elective teachings that allows students to explore specific aspects of biotechnological disciplines, in accordance with the 10 CFU dedicated to optional activities.
From a.y. 2025/26, Master’s program is spitted into three curricula:
- The “Medical” curriculum focuses on the biotechnological aspects of medical disciplines like neurology, oncology and immunology;
- the “Advanced Technologies” curriculum mainly deals with advanced biotechnological applications to be used in academic and industrial research;
- the “Bioinformatics” curriculum provides computer science skills to analyze and interpret complex data and biological images. These skills, integrated with advanced teachings in molecular biology, genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics, and metagenomics will provide the ability to analyze and use multi-omics data to implement personalized medicine approaches.
The three curricula are taught in Italian (medical and bioinformatics) and English (advanced technologies), respectively.
Admission to the Master Course
Admission depends on the Bachelor degree and on the credits acquired in the main biological disciplines.
Coordination
The Master is offered by the Department of Molecular Medicine and Medical Biotechnology and is managed by the Commission of Teaching Coordination, which includes all the professors working in the Master. The current Coordinator is Prof.ssa G. Condorelli (gerolama.condorelli@unina.it).
Cycle and elective course coordinators:
1 year – first semester: Prof. Massimo Mallardo
1 year – second semester: Prof. Mario Capasso
2nd year – first semester: Prof. Stefano D'Errico
2nd year – second semester: Prof. Rosamarina Melillo
Elective Courses Coordinator: Barbara Lombardo
