Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

Professional title

master

Cycle of study

Second-cycle

Mode of study 

full time

Number of semesters

Language of instruction

English

Study programme

Admission

Summer semester

Dyplom zawodowy
W rekrutacji na ten kierunek nie jest brany pod uwagę dyplom technika

About the field of study

Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics goes beyond the laboratory: it also involves analysing vast amounts of data, using artificial intelligence and developing technologies that are transforming the life sciences sector. If you want to be part of this future, Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics is the programme for you.

During your studies, you will explore molecular biology, genetic engineering and the omics sciences. You will learn to design experiments, work with advanced research equipment and analyse biological data using bioinformatics, statistical methods and specialist databases. You will take your research findings from the laboratory into the world of in silico analysis. You will discover how to use artificial intelligence and machine learning to uncover relationships hidden in biological data and solve real-world research problems.

Here, you do not have to choose between biology and computing. You will combine biological knowledge with analytical and digital skills, gain experience in project-based work and prepare to develop innovative solutions for the life sciences sector — from scientific research to innovations implemented in industry.

Competencies you will gain

Biotechnology

Molecular Biology

Genetic Engineering

Bioenergy

Life Sciences

About you

Among the topics addressed by industrial biotechnology are, amongst others, biodegradable polymers. These materials have a wide range of applications that make effective use of their ability to break down through the action of microorganisms and enzymes present in soil. Their uses include packaging, as well as absorbent inserts and films for disposable nappies.

As businesses increasingly embrace sustainability, skills in designing and running biotechnological processes are in high demand. By choosing second-cycle studies in Industrial Biotechnology, you will learn not only to oversee the development of these processes, but also to implement quality assurance systems, ensure the safety of genetically modified food and manage production. You will be fully prepared to select organisms, carry out targeted genetic modifications, optimise cultivation conditions, conduct biosynthesis and biotransformation processes, and isolate bioproducts. Drawing on your understanding of the molecular mechanisms governing processes in living organisms and their interactions with the environment, you will learn to develop innovative, environmentally friendly bioproducts, produce bioenergy and design sustainable processes for the food, chemical, pharmaceutical and energy industries, as well as for environmental protection.

Internship

Job perspectives

•    Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, biomedical and food industries
•    Bioinformatics companies specialising in omics or biological data analysis
•    Research and development (R&D) centres;
•    Research and diagnostic laboratories;
•    Molecular biology and genomics laboratories;
•    Academic and research institutions;
•    Companies developing AI solutions for the life sciences;
•    Biotechnology and bioinformatics start-ups;
•    Your own biotechnology or bioinformatics business.

Additional information

Harmful, burdensome or hazardous factors affecting health:

Chemical factors: inorganic and organic chemical reagents;
Other factors, including hazardous factors: work with display screen equipment; tasks requiring specific physical abilities.

Note:
Under § 7(1)(5) and § 25(1)(4) of the Study Regulations of Lodz University of Technology, failure to submit, by the prescribed deadline, a medical certificate confirming that there are no medical contraindications to undertaking studies in the chosen programme, during which the student will be exposed to harmful, burdensome or hazardous factors affecting health, constitutes grounds for removal from the list of students on the grounds of failure to commence studies.