Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

Students with an Italian university degree:
The MB&B Master's degree is open to graduates of the Laurea Triennale of the L-2 class (Biotechnology) and the previous class 1 (Biotechnology). It is also open to students with a Laurea Triennale with a strong background (at least 60 University Credits (CFU)) in biotechnology-related subjects, including at least 36 CFU in biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics and microbiology; at least 10 CFU in mathematics, physics, computer science and statistics; at least 10 CFU in chemistry.

Students with a degree from a non-Italian institution:
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college at the time of application and have a good knowledge in all the following areas: biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics and microbiology. Sufficient knowledge in the disciplines of mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer science, and statistics is also required. A commission, appointed by the Academic Board, is responsible for collegially analyzing the curriculum studiorum of applicants to verify that the minimum requirements for admission are met. If deemed necessary, the commission may integrate this documentary assessment with other forms of assessment, including interviews. The master's degree does not have a programmed number of students, with a maximum of 25 places reserved for non-EU students residing outside Italy.

In addition to the above curricular requirements, English language proficiency equivalent to or higher than level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is required.
Proficiency in English at a B2 level or higher per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is required for admission.
The B2-level requirement will be ascertained by the University Language Centre (SLAM) upon admission as follows:
- Language certificate of B2 or higher level issued no more than three years before the date of admission application. You will find the list of language certificates recognized by the University at: https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39322. The certificate must be uploaded when submitting the online application;
- English level achieved during a University of Milan degree programme and certified by the University Language Centre (SLAM) no more than four years before the date of admission application, including levels based on language certificates submitted by the applicant during their Bachelor's degree at the University of Milan. In this case the process is automatic, the applicant does not have to attach any certificates to the application;
- Entry test administrated by the University Language Centre (SLAM) according to the calendar published on the website: (https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39267/)
All those who fail to submit a valid certificate or do not meet the required proficiency level will be instructed during the admission procedure to take the Entry test.
Applicants who do not take or pass the Entry test will be required to obtain a language proficiency certificate recognized by the University (see https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39322) and deliver it to the SLAM via the InformaStudenti service by the deadline fixed for the master's programme (https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39267/).
Applicants who do not meet the requirement by said deadline will not be admitted to the master's degree programme and may not sit any further tests.

Eligibility assessment
The admission process includes an evaluation of the applicant's undergraduate curriculum by an Admissions Committee consisting of the Program Coordinator and one or more faculty members. The personal preparation is considered adequate if the score obtained in the BSc is higher than 88/110 or 23/30 as an average of all exam scores for students who have not yet obtained the BSc. The purpose of the examination is to determine whether the candidate has the necessary preparation in the basic subjects. If necessary, the Commission may require the candidate to integrate the information provided. Successful applicants will be notified of their eligibility and may proceed with enrollment in the Master's program.
For detailed information on the application process, please visit: https://www.unimi.it/en/study/bachelor-and-master-study/degree-programme-enrolment/enrolment-masters-programme/open-admission-master-programmes.
The Admissions Committee may request an interview or other forms of evaluation to further assess the applicant's qualifications. For non-EU applicants who require a visa, the application deadline is April 30, 2025, due to the visa processing time and the limited number of available places, as stipulated by current regulations.