24 monthsProgramme duration
9,493 EURTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
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The objective of this Engineering: Cellular and Genetic Engineering programme is to provide in-depth knowledge of the molecular and cellular processes that are active in micro-organisms, plants, animals and humans, on both a qualitative and quantitative level. Further, the programme trains the student in the associated technologies to measure and influence these processes. The programme aims to transmit advanced scientific and solution-oriented knowledge, skills and attitudes towards biotechnological applications with living organisms that are both scientifically innovative and socially relevant. Opportunities are also offered, both inside and outside the curriculum, to work on your personal development. Finally, together with professional and ethics experts, the programme reflects on the place of biotechnology in society.
Strengths
- You will acquire a broad knowledge base in both fundamental molecular and cellular biology and biotechnological techniques. In the course series Applications of Biotechnology fundamental scientific knowledge and techniques come together in a discussion of biotechnological applications.
- The master is multidisciplinary, addressing the physiology of different organisms, technical advances, and computational analysis tools. The programme is driven by researchers active in several parts of a very socially relevant area of the applied sciences, namely where living organisms and technology meet.
- You will be thoroughly trained in molecular and cellular biology laboratory skills during both an extensive cross-disciplinary practical course as well as the master's thesis.
- During this programme you will be coached in further developing your personal skills and attitudes thereby focusing on the following educational objectives: critical self-reflection, thinking and acting sustainably and ethically, intercultural communication and responsible leadership.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Get in touch: join KU Leuven’s Webinars
Discover all that KU Leuven has to offer via one of KU Leuven’s Webinars about KU Leuven, admissions & applying, housing, and more.
The objective of this Engineering: Cellular and Genetic Engineering programme is to provide in-depth knowledge of the molecular and cellular processes that are active in micro-organisms, plants, animals and humans, on both a qualitative and quantitative level. Further, the programme trains the student in the associated technologies to measure and influence these processes. The programme aims to transmit advanced scientific and solution-oriented knowledge, skills and attitudes towards biotechnological applications with living organisms that are both scientifically innovative and socially relevant. Opportunities are also offered, both inside and outside the curriculum, to work on your personal development. Finally, together with professional and ethics experts, the programme reflects on the place of biotechnology in society.
Strengths
- You will acquire a broad knowledge base in both fundamental molecular and cellular biology and biotechnological techniques. In the course series Applications of Biotechnology fundamental scientific knowledge and techniques come together in a discussion of biotechnological applications.
- The master is multidisciplinary, addressing the physiology of different organisms, technical advances, and computational analysis tools. The programme is driven by researchers active in several parts of a very socially relevant area of the applied sciences, namely where living organisms and technology meet.
- You will be thoroughly trained in molecular and cellular biology laboratory skills during both an extensive cross-disciplinary practical course as well as the master's thesis.
- During this programme you will be coached in further developing your personal skills and attitudes thereby focusing on the following educational objectives: critical self-reflection, thinking and acting sustainably and ethically, intercultural communication and responsible leadership.
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Admission Requirements
Students with a degree obtained at an institution outside the Flemish Community: Diploma requirements The programme welcomes applications from holders of an academic bachelor's degree in engineering (bioscience engineering, biomedical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or any equivalent engineering degree), and holders of other bachelor's or master's degrees. This degree should encompass thorough coursework in mathematics, statistics, physics and basic engineering and at least some coursework in, biology and physiology. This degree should be obtained at a recognized university, college or institute, with an end result of at least second class upper or equivalent.
Language requirements All applicants who have not obtained a previous diploma in a programme taught in English in Australia, English-speaking Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America must submit a certificate proving their proficiency in English.
Applicants who have obtained a diploma of secondary education in the Flemish Community, are exempted from an English proficiency test.
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