Study programme code

LTBOM.LT

Study programme administrator

Kairi Koort

MER study programme code

0000000008

version code

LTBOM/27

School / college

LT - School of Natural Sciences and Health

Study programme title in Est.

Molekulaarne biokeemia ja ökoloogia

study programme title in Engl.

Molecular Biochemistry and Ecology

Language of instruction

Estonian

Study level

Master's studies

ECTS credits

120

Study domain

Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics

Study programme group

life sciences

Study programme subgroup

Biochemistry

Nominal study period (in semesters)

4

Access conditions

Bachelor's degree, diploma of applied higher education or equivalent qualification in the fields of natural sciences, mathematics and statistics or health and well-being. show more...

Entrance exam.
Estonian language skills at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
English language skills at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Study programme aims and objectives

The aim of the Master's degree programme in Molecular Biochemistry show more...
and Ecology is to develop a specialist with in-depth professional knowledge and science-based research skills who understands the structure, function and regulatory mechanisms of biomolecules and their role in the functioning of organisms and environmental systems; applies modern molecular, biochemical, analytical chemistry and bioinformatics research methods in solving biological and environmental problems; plans and conducts scientific research, analyses complex data sets and interprets research results critically and scientifically; uses modern laboratory, instrumental analysis and digital tools, including artificial intelligence applications, purposefully, critically, ethically and in accordance with academic practices; is able to work in an interdisciplinary and international research or development team and present their results professionally to different target groups; values ​​research ethics, biosafety, environmental awareness and sustainable development; are ready to work in the research, development, health, environmental and biotechnology sectors and continue their studies in doctoral studies.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

- explains the main theoretical approaches, research directions and application possibilities of molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular ecology and analytical chemistry show more...

- designs, conducts and analyzes more complex experimental studies using modern molecular, chemical and bioinformatic research methods
- critically interprets scientific literature and research results and assesses their scientific basis, reliability and applicability
- uses professional-level laboratory, instrumental analysis, data analysis and digital tools, including artificial intelligence applications, while adhering to the principles of research ethics, biosafety and academic integrity
- works independently and in an interdisciplinary team, leading research or development projects and adapting communication methods to different target groups
- presents research results orally and in writing in Estonian and English, using correct scientific language and professional terminology
- analyzes their professional development and consciously plans lifelong learning and career paths
- applies professional knowledge responsibly and sustainably in the fields of natural science, health and the environment

Graduation requirements

To complete the curriculum, a student must complete the curriculum to the specified extent, show more...
including completing mandatory subjects and preparing and defending a master's thesis. The student must complete at least one foreign language subject during their studies. A student who has not graduated from a school where the language of instruction is Estonian or has graduated from a school where the language of instruction is partly Estonian must acquire Estonian language skills at level C1.