Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master’s programme in medical biotechnology provides education in advanced biotechnological methods and their applications in medicine and health. Students gain knowledge of cutting-edge techniques in molecular biology, cell biology, and bioinformatics, together with practical training in both wet lab and dry lab environments. They also develop expertise in analysing and interpreting large-scale biological data in a medical context. Graduates are prepared for research and development in medical biotechnology, including molecular diagnostics, disease prevention, and novel therapies.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master’s programme in medical biotechnology provides education in advanced biotechnological methods and their applications in medicine and health. Students gain knowledge of cutting-edge techniques in molecular biology, cell biology, and bioinformatics, together with practical training in both wet lab and dry lab environments. They also develop expertise in analysing and interpreting large-scale biological data in a medical context. Graduates are prepared for research and development in medical biotechnology, including molecular diagnostics, disease prevention, and novel therapies.

Admission Requirements

Cambridge CAE Advanced

180+

TOEFL

90+

IELTS

6.5+

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

360,000 SEK

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