Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The joint master's programme in Molecular Techniques in Life Science prepares graduates for a professional research career in life science. It has a strong focus on molecular techniques for disease therapies and diagnostic tools, coupled with substantial training in data analysis (bioinformatics and programming). The programme is a collaboration between Karolinska Institutet, KTH and Stockholm University at the Science for Life Laboratory in Stockholm, offering students the unique opportunity to study at all three institutions.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The joint master's programme in Molecular Techniques in Life Science prepares graduates for a professional research career in life science. It has a strong focus on molecular techniques for disease therapies and diagnostic tools, coupled with substantial training in data analysis (bioinformatics and programming). The programme is a collaboration between Karolinska Institutet, KTH and Stockholm University at the Science for Life Laboratory in Stockholm, offering students the unique opportunity to study at all three institutions.

Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

90+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

180+

To be eligible for a master's programme at KTH, you must have a bachelor's degree from an internationally recognised university and English language proficiency equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. In addition, you need to meet the specific requirements for the programme you apply for, described fully on the KTH website.

Application Deadline

15 Jan 2026

Program Duration

2 Years

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Tuition fees

International

Starts from

400,000 SEK

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