Biology Applied to Research in Biomedicine (Classe LM-6)-Enrolled from 2011/2012 Academic Year
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) programme in BIOLOGY APPLIED to BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH (BARB, Class LM-6 Biology) aims to provide students with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to manage individually or in collaboration with other professional figures their research in both basic and applied aspects of the biomedical field.
The M.Sc. in BARB proposes the basic flexible scheme applied previously and introduces some substantial new features that allow a better characterization of the biomedical aspects of the M.Sc. programme and a better identification of the professional figure of the biomedical scientist and its role in all aspects of basic/applied research activities.
Specific educational aims are:
1) to provide students with the basic notions of biological processes underlying the physiology of organs and systems, their pathological dysfunctions and their modulation by pharmacological and other interventions, specifically in man.
2) to teach students how to apply theoretical notions to applications of biomedical interest for humans and in relation to the interaction with the environment;
3) to provide tools for understanding and practicing theoretical knowledge in the lab;
4) to foster the most updated knowledge in the biomedical field by use of specific teaching modules whose content will be continuously refreshed.
The M.Sc. in BARB proposes the basic flexible scheme applied previously and introduces some substantial new features that allow a better characterization of the biomedical aspects of the M.Sc. programme and a better identification of the professional figure of the biomedical scientist and its role in all aspects of basic/applied research activities.
Specific educational aims are:
1) to provide students with the basic notions of biological processes underlying the physiology of organs and systems, their pathological dysfunctions and their modulation by pharmacological and other interventions, specifically in man.
2) to teach students how to apply theoretical notions to applications of biomedical interest for humans and in relation to the interaction with the environment;
3) to provide tools for understanding and practicing theoretical knowledge in the lab;
4) to foster the most updated knowledge in the biomedical field by use of specific teaching modules whose content will be continuously refreshed.
The M.Sc graduates in BARB achieve a specific and updated knowledge of theoretical and experimental features of the field of biomedical research, based on the acquisition of biological principles which govern mechanisms and vital processes in humans.
Theoretical acquisitions are accompanied by detailed know-how of the most advanced technologies used in biomedical research relevant to aspects of basic research as well as research applied to Health Service and biomedical industry, able to provide the graduate with a high degree of professional self-determination and the capability to get involved in the progress of biomedical research and all its applications to the practical field.
The Master graduate in BARB will be able to:
1) work in public and private agencies involved in biomedical research activity both in European and non-European countries such as Universities, hospitals, research centers, State and Regional institutions, pharmaceutical companies and others;
2) get involved in the development of new biomedical and healthcare technologies in the industrial field;
3) contribute with managerial role in work organization in public and private laboratories of clinical analysis.
The M.Sc. graduate in BARB can enroll, by passing the exam for the profession, in the Biologists? Professional Register (section A), with the title of "Biologist", to perform the activities recognized by the Italian law.
4) work in agencies in the field of communication, dissemination and scientific information, scientific publishing in the biomedical field.
5) engage in freelance practice in biomedical consulting activities.
Employment statistics (Almalaurea)
Theoretical acquisitions are accompanied by detailed know-how of the most advanced technologies used in biomedical research relevant to aspects of basic research as well as research applied to Health Service and biomedical industry, able to provide the graduate with a high degree of professional self-determination and the capability to get involved in the progress of biomedical research and all its applications to the practical field.
The Master graduate in BARB will be able to:
1) work in public and private agencies involved in biomedical research activity both in European and non-European countries such as Universities, hospitals, research centers, State and Regional institutions, pharmaceutical companies and others;
2) get involved in the development of new biomedical and healthcare technologies in the industrial field;
3) contribute with managerial role in work organization in public and private laboratories of clinical analysis.
The M.Sc. graduate in BARB can enroll, by passing the exam for the profession, in the Biologists? Professional Register (section A), with the title of "Biologist", to perform the activities recognized by the Italian law.
4) work in agencies in the field of communication, dissemination and scientific information, scientific publishing in the biomedical field.
5) engage in freelance practice in biomedical consulting activities.
Employment statistics (Almalaurea)
Applicants to the programme must hold minimum curricular requirements and prove adequate knowledge (Ministerial Decree 270/04).
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Graduates in Biological Sciences (Class L-13) fully meeting curricular requirements can access the Master's Degree Programme in BIOLOGY APPLIED TO RESEARCH IN BIOMEDICINE, provided that their course of studies is consistent with the CBUI Italian National Board's guidelines, as duly certified. These guidelines, provided in the CBUI model table, specify the required academic fields and the respective recommended credits (CFU): 66-96 CFU in basic biological disciplines (BIO/01, BIO/02, BIO/04, BIO/05, BIO/06, BIO/07, BIO/09, BIO/10, BIO/11, BIO/18, BIO/19); 12-15 CFU in basic non-biological chemical disciplines (CHIM/01, CHIM/02, CHIM/03, CHIM/06); 15-18 CFU in basic non-biological mathematical, physical and computer science disciplines (MAT/01-09, FIS/01-08 and INF/01).
The programme can also be accessed by graduates of the same class (L-13), who have not followed a course of studies in line with the CBUI's guidelines, or of class L-12 - Biological Sciences pursuant to Ministerial Decree 509/99, or of other classes, as long as they meet certain curricular requirements. More specifically, they must have earned an adequate number of CFU (normally not less than 90 CFU) in groups of academic fields equivalent or similar to those listed in the table for class L-13 - Biological Sciences across non-biological and basic biological disciplines, according to a quantitative logic similar to that of the above mentioned CBUI criteria.
The consistency of the study plans of other degree classes with these criteria will be assessed by a special board.
Students from degree programmes outside class L-13 should send their curriculum for assessment to orientation services ([email protected]) or the academic office ([email protected]) well in advance, ideally during their Bachelor's programme. Based on your curriculum, you may be required to take any additional exams or earn more credits before applying for enrolment.
ADMISSION ASSESSMENT
The educational background required for admission to the Master's degree programme includes adequate basic training in biology, allowing the candidate to pursue advanced-level studies. The admission assessment will include:
1. the assessment of the candidate's previous curriculum;
2. the candidate's knowledge and skills.
The candidate's knowledge and aptitude will be key for admission. A board made up of at least three faculty members will assess the candidate through a written exam and an individual interview. The board will award up to 25/100 for the degree mark, up to 10/100 for the curriculum of studies (type of degree, any elective courses attended/passed, other diplomas, etc.), and up to 65/100 for the interview and written exam. Candidates who have achieved an overall score of at least 60/100 will be admitted. Candidates who fail the admission assessment may not enrol on the programme for the current year.
The written exam will consist of 40 closed-ended multiple-choice questions on different areas of biology. The interview will assess the student's knowledge, motivation and potential for completing this advanced-level programme.
The written exam and interview will take place only once, in September, for all applicants, both graduates and upcoming graduates. Candidates must show up before the examining board with an ID.
For 2022/2023 academic year, admission interviews will take place as follows:
- written exam at 2.00 pm on 12 September 2022, room G14, via Golgi 19
- oral interview between 14 and 16 September 2022, according to a timetable to be announced at the beginning of September.
For non-EU, non-resident students with foreign qualifications, applications will be assessed based on the qualifications, and possibly an online interview.
Non-EU citizens residing in Italy and EU citizens access university education on equal terms with Italian citizens and therefore must go through the same assessment process as Italian candidates.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Graduates in Biological Sciences (Class L-13) fully meeting curricular requirements can access the Master's Degree Programme in BIOLOGY APPLIED TO RESEARCH IN BIOMEDICINE, provided that their course of studies is consistent with the CBUI Italian National Board's guidelines, as duly certified. These guidelines, provided in the CBUI model table, specify the required academic fields and the respective recommended credits (CFU): 66-96 CFU in basic biological disciplines (BIO/01, BIO/02, BIO/04, BIO/05, BIO/06, BIO/07, BIO/09, BIO/10, BIO/11, BIO/18, BIO/19); 12-15 CFU in basic non-biological chemical disciplines (CHIM/01, CHIM/02, CHIM/03, CHIM/06); 15-18 CFU in basic non-biological mathematical, physical and computer science disciplines (MAT/01-09, FIS/01-08 and INF/01).
The programme can also be accessed by graduates of the same class (L-13), who have not followed a course of studies in line with the CBUI's guidelines, or of class L-12 - Biological Sciences pursuant to Ministerial Decree 509/99, or of other classes, as long as they meet certain curricular requirements. More specifically, they must have earned an adequate number of CFU (normally not less than 90 CFU) in groups of academic fields equivalent or similar to those listed in the table for class L-13 - Biological Sciences across non-biological and basic biological disciplines, according to a quantitative logic similar to that of the above mentioned CBUI criteria.
The consistency of the study plans of other degree classes with these criteria will be assessed by a special board.
Students from degree programmes outside class L-13 should send their curriculum for assessment to orientation services ([email protected]) or the academic office ([email protected]) well in advance, ideally during their Bachelor's programme. Based on your curriculum, you may be required to take any additional exams or earn more credits before applying for enrolment.
ADMISSION ASSESSMENT
The educational background required for admission to the Master's degree programme includes adequate basic training in biology, allowing the candidate to pursue advanced-level studies. The admission assessment will include:
1. the assessment of the candidate's previous curriculum;
2. the candidate's knowledge and skills.
The candidate's knowledge and aptitude will be key for admission. A board made up of at least three faculty members will assess the candidate through a written exam and an individual interview. The board will award up to 25/100 for the degree mark, up to 10/100 for the curriculum of studies (type of degree, any elective courses attended/passed, other diplomas, etc.), and up to 65/100 for the interview and written exam. Candidates who have achieved an overall score of at least 60/100 will be admitted. Candidates who fail the admission assessment may not enrol on the programme for the current year.
The written exam will consist of 40 closed-ended multiple-choice questions on different areas of biology. The interview will assess the student's knowledge, motivation and potential for completing this advanced-level programme.
The written exam and interview will take place only once, in September, for all applicants, both graduates and upcoming graduates. Candidates must show up before the examining board with an ID.
For 2022/2023 academic year, admission interviews will take place as follows:
- written exam at 2.00 pm on 12 September 2022, room G14, via Golgi 19
- oral interview between 14 and 16 September 2022, according to a timetable to be announced at the beginning of September.
For non-EU, non-resident students with foreign qualifications, applications will be assessed based on the qualifications, and possibly an online interview.
Non-EU citizens residing in Italy and EU citizens access university education on equal terms with Italian citizens and therefore must go through the same assessment process as Italian candidates.
BARB students are given the opportunity to spend part of their curriculum abroad, at a University within the European Union (EU) in the frame of the Erasmus+ program of the European Commission. BARB students can attend courses and take exams that can be included in the core curriculum and/or perform the experimental thesis work in several European Universities localized in Netherland, Norway, Ireland, Germany - where courses taught in English are active - Belgium, France, Poland, Spain and Portugal (see http://www.dbs.unimi.it/ecm/home/erasmus/studenti-in-uscita/scienze-biologiche; https://bioscienzebio.unimi.it/mobilita/outgoing-students). The admitted student will present a study plan including all the activities he/she intends to perform abroad, detailing the corresponding CFU: the number of proposed CFU should roughly correspond to those the student would achieve in the same time lapse remaining in his/her university. The study plan proposed by the student within the Erasmus+ program should be coherent with the BARB Master course and must be evaluated and approved by the Teaching Board. The Teaching Board, if necessary, will require the student to integrate the program of exams taken abroad. At the end of the Erasmus + program, according to the rules established by the Academic Senate, the approved exams will be recorded, possibly with the original denomination, as part of the student's curriculum upon conversion of the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) into CFU. If the student performs the experimental thesis work abroad, he/she must follow the rules outlined below (see Caratteristiche tirocinio). The Biological Erasmus and international mobility tutor is Dr. Cristina Bonza ([email protected])
Attendance is strongly recommended for all courses.
Courses list
First semester
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Human Anatomy and Experimental Models in Biomedicine | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/06 |
| Pathology | 6 | 48 | Italian | MED/04 |
| Principles of Physiology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/09 |
| System Pharmacology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/14 |
| Optional | ||||
| Cellular and Molecular Physiology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/09 |
| Cellular Microbiology and Immunology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/19 |
| Cellular, Molecular and Functional Approaches to Genetic Disease | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/14 |
| Differentiation Biology and Cell Therapies | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/17 |
| Human and Experimental Neuroanatomy | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/16 |
| Techniques for Advanced Biomedical Research | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/09 |
Second semester
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Epidemiologic and Preventive Sciences | 6 | 48 | Italian | MED/42 |
| Molecular Biology Applied to the Biomedical Research | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/11 |
| Optional | ||||
| Cellular and Molecular Pathology | 6 | 48 | Italian | MED/04 |
| Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/14 |
| Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/12 |
| Clinical Microbiology and Hygiene | 6 | 48 | Italian | MED/07 MED/42 |
| Ecotoxicology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/14 |
| Human and Molecular Genetics | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/18 MED/03 |
| Membrane Biophysics and Signal Transduction | 6 | 48 | English | FIS/07 |
| Methods in Mathematics and Statistics | 6 | 64 | Italian | MAT/06 MAT/07 |
| Neurophysiology | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/09 |
| Physiology and Pharmacology of the Endocrine System | 6 | 48 | Italian | BIO/09 BIO/14 |
Open sessions
There are no specific sessions for these activities (e.g. open online courses).
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| English Proficiency B2 (3 ECTS) | 3 | 0 | Italian | |
First semester
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optional | ||||
| Patenting and Technology Transfer | 6 | 48 | English | AGR/01 IUS/01 IUS/04 |
Conclusive activities
There are no specific sessions for these activities (e.g. open online courses).
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Final Exam | 39 | 0 | Italian | |
Optional activities and study plan rules
1 - Lo studente deve scegliere 2 dei seguenti insegnamenti opzionali per la scelta guidata (per un totale di 12 cfu).
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | Lesson period | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular Microbiology and Immunology | 6 | 48 | Italian | First semester | BIO/19 |
| Differentiation Biology and Cell Therapies | 6 | 48 | Italian | First semester | BIO/17 |
| Human and Molecular Genetics | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | BIO/18 MED/03 |
| Membrane Biophysics and Signal Transduction | 6 | 48 | English | Second semester | FIS/07 |
| Methods in Mathematics and Statistics | 6 | 64 | Italian | Second semester | MAT/06 MAT/07 |
2 - Lo studente deve scegliere 3 dei seguenti insegnamenti opzionali per la scelta guidata (per un totale di 18 cfu).
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | Lesson period | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular and Molecular Pathology | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | MED/04 |
| Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | BIO/14 |
| Cellular and Molecular Physiology | 6 | 48 | Italian | First semester | BIO/09 |
| Cellular, Molecular and Functional Approaches to Genetic Disease | 6 | 48 | Italian | First semester | BIO/14 |
| Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | BIO/12 |
| Clinical Microbiology and Hygiene | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | MED/07 MED/42 |
| Ecotoxicology | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | BIO/14 |
| Human and Experimental Neuroanatomy | 6 | 48 | Italian | First semester | BIO/16 |
| Neurophysiology | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | BIO/09 |
| Physiology and Pharmacology of the Endocrine System | 6 | 48 | Italian | Second semester | BIO/09 BIO/14 |
| Techniques for Advanced Biomedical Research | 6 | 48 | Italian | First semester | BIO/09 |
3 - Lo studente deve acquisire 12 CFU scegliendo liberamente tra tutti gli insegnamenti attivati dall'Ateneo, purché culturalmente coerenti con il suo percorso formativo e non sovrapponibili, nei contenuti, agli insegnamenti fondamentali e opzionali già utilizzati nel piano degli studi. Possono altresì essere scelti anche gli insegnamenti fondamentali e opzionali del CLM non utilizzati.
Per il superamento degli esami del biennio magistrale non sono previste propedeuticità, né sono previsti vincoli didattici per il passaggio dal 1° al 2° anno di corso.
Course location
Milan
Laboratories locations
The CLM is characterized by an intense laboratory activity that is mainly carried out in the internship activity for the thesis.
Presidente del Collegio Didattico
Prof.ssa Isabella Dalle Donne
Reference structures
Contacts
- Study programme head and course management
via Celoria, 26 - 2° piano, torre A.
[email protected]
+390250314870
Solo su appuntamento. - Student registrar
Via Celoria, 18
https://www.unimi.it/it/node/359
+390250325032
https://www.unimi.it/it/node/360 - Admission information contact email
[email protected] - Disability and SLD academic tutor (appointed by the Academic Board):
Dr.ssa Diletta Dolfini
[email protected] - Degree Programme Coordinator
Prof.ssa Graziella Cappelletti
[email protected] - Admissions and enrolment
https://www.unimi.it/it/studiare/frequentare-un-corso-di-laurea/iscriversi/iscriversi-un-corso-magistrale - New student information center
via Celoria, 26 - 2° piano, torre A.
+390250314870
Solo su appuntamento.
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