MSc in Biotechnology Major: biotechnology in animal production and environmental protection
Area of Studies
engineering, technology
Degree
Master
Degree (in English)
Master
Language(s)
- English
Course Duration
1,5 years / 3 semesters
ECTS points
90
Department
West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin Faculty of Biotechnology and Animal Science
Tuition and Other Fees
8360 PLN / per semester (applicable for academic year 2026/2027)
Application Deadline(s)
October intake – 31 January March intake – 31 August
Course Description
Course Profile
Biotechnology is a field of study that combines technological competence with the ability to use living organisms in animal and plant production, environmental protection, food processing and production, biomaterials generation and many other domains. During your studies, you will acquire extensive knowledge and skills in the fields of biochemistry, microbiology, environmental protection, genetic engineering and many other technical and natural fields. We guarantee that you will spend a lot of time in the laboratories, not only in the course of the teaching classes, but also on carrying out your own projects, i.e. getting to know the practical side of your future profession.
After graduation, you will be able to describe and explain complex biotechnology processes, you will have knowledge helpful in developing and optimizing biotechnological processes and their conditions. You will acquire information about cellular engineering, genetic modification of organisms and its importance for humans and the natural environment. You will learn the techniques used in the analysis and modification of nucleic acids and proteomics. You will understand the principles of modern breeding and the role of biotechnology in its improvement.
The graduate is given the opportunity to develop professionally in the field of biotechnology as applied in international or foreign companies, corporations or institutions. The graduate is able to conduct processes aimed at obtaining products with desirable characteristics and to carry out research related to the protection of the natural environment.
The graduate can apply basic and advanced analytical and research equipment as well as technological devices in accordance with the principles of safety and ergonomics of work in the laboratory. They are able to plan and carry out independently biotechnological research, including innovative research useful in the development of many branches of industry and agriculture, as well as to interpret the results obtained. The graduate knows how to apply properly statistical methods used in biotechnology, as well as modern computer programs used in modelling, bioinformatic analyses and data processing. They know the ethical, bioethical and legal conditions as well as those with regard to the implementation of biotechnological processes. They have the knowledge about the principles of intellectual property protection. The graduate has a thorough professional knowledge and skills as well as competences necessary to perform professional work related to biotechnology.
The graduates are prepared to work in entities, dealing with biotechnological processes used in animal production and environmental shaping, as well as, in entities related to the agri-food industry. In addition, they are prepared to work in state administration entities as well as research and development units dealing with biotechnological and related industries as well as in research, control and diagnostic laboratories.
Education Requirements
• bachelor degree in areas related to medical analytics, biotechnology, medical biotechnology, food safety, bioinformatics, animal bioengineering, biology, applied biology, pharmacy, food production engineering, cosmetology, microbiology, applied microbiology, environmental protection, food technology and human nutrition
• qualification test (if required)
• English language proficiency at min. of B2 level in accordance with national requirements
Contact
West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin (ZUT)
International Mobility Office
Studies in English
phone: +48 91 449 45 87
email: rekrutacja@zut.edu.pl
www: https://zut.edu.pl

