Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health
Master’s degree program “BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR HUMAN AND ANIMAL HEALTH”
GENERAL INFORMATION
Class of degree: LM-9 Biotecnologie mediche, veterinarie e farmaceutiche
Duration: 2 years
Total ECTS:120
Access: Free
Attendance requirement: No
Location: Department of Veterinary Medicine, via Vienna 2, Sassari, 07100 Italy.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The Master’s Degree Program in “Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health” is an international course, delivered entirely in English, designed to train professionals with advanced, multidisciplinary skills in both basic and applied biomedical research. The program places particular emphasis on diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive strategies based on cutting-edge biotechnological approaches.
Students acquire specialized expertise in both human and veterinary health, preparing them to apply biotechnology in key sectors such as gene therapy, reproductive technologies, biosensor development, animal production, food processing, and advanced diagnostic systems.
COURSE FEATURES
The program spans two years (4 semesters, 12 exams, and 120 ECTS credits). The first phase, covering the first year and the first semester of the second year, includes classroom lectures, laboratory exercises, and seminars. The second phase, in the second semester of the second year, is dedicated to an internship and the preparation of either an experimental or theoretical thesis. The internship provides in-depth practical training and can be carried out in the department’s laboratories or at external institutions, both in Italy and abroad. The academic pathway is further enriched by elective courses selected by the student.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission is open to graduates holding one of the following Italian degree classes:
• L-2 (Biotechnology) and former class 1
• L-13 (Biological Sciences) and former class 12
• SNT/3 (Bachelor’s degree qualifying for the profession of Biomedical Laboratory Technician).
Graduates from other degree classes may be admitted, subject to verification of the knowledge required to successfully follow the program.
International applicants are welcome and will be admitted following an evaluation of their academic records, to ensure equivalence and alignment with the program’s entry requirements.
A B2 level of English proficiency is also required, demonstrated by an internationally recognized certificate, equivalent university coursework, or assessed during the personal preparation evaluation.
All candidates undergo an assessment of their academic preparation, which will consist of either a multiple-choice test or an individual interview.
JOB PERSPECTIVES
Graduates of the Master’s Degree Program in “Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health” are highly qualified professionals, capable of managing specialized biotechnology laboratories and coordinating development and monitoring programs for the application of biotechnologies in both human and animal fields. The main career opportunities include areas such as diagnostics, bioengineering, advanced therapies, reproductive biotechnologies, industrial production, and patent design within the healthcare sector.
Graduates may also pursue Doctoral Programs focused on biotechnological research, Specialization Schools in the biomedical area, and second-level university Master's programs.
Additionally, upon passing the state examination, graduates are eligible to register with the Italian National Order of Biologists in Section A (Senior Biologist).
Program syllabus of the Master’s Degree Program in “Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health” A.Y. 2025-26
ENTRY COMPETENCY TEST FOR THE MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM - A.Y. 2025-26
HOW TO ENROLL IN THE MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM
The Master’s Degree Program in Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health is an open-access program.
To be admitted to a Master’s Degree Program, candidates must:
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Hold a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification obtained abroad, recognized as suitable under current regulations. Students enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program during the 2024/2025 academic year who will graduate by December 2025 may also enroll conditionally.
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Pass the entry competency test to verify their academic preparation.
The entry competency test for the 2025-26 a. y. will take place on July 22, 2025, at 10:30 am, via online platform. The Microsoft Teams class code required to access the test will be sent to participants on July 21, 2025.
TO TAKE PART IN THE ENTRY COMPETENCY TEST, CANDIDATES MUST:
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Register on the SelfStudenti Uniss: http://uniss.esse3.cineca.it/Home.do
(see the video tutorial at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvM2l9KlrKc) QUESTO VIDEO è IN ITALIANO -
Pre-enroll online from the Uniss portal: http://uniss.esse3.cineca.it/Home.do selecting the Master’s Degree Program in Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health from June 20, 2025 to 12:00 PM on July 18, 2025
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Take the test on July 22, 2025, 10:30 am. Test topics: cytology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and cytogenetics.
Online Enrollment Procedure
After completing the entry competency test, you can proceed with the online enrollment.
Please refer to the tutorial “Enrollment Application – Compilation Guide” available here:
https://www.uniss.it/sites/default/files/2023-11/tutorial_reg_iscconc_imm_23_24_0_1.pdf
Payment of tuition fees must be made exclusively through the electronic payment systems offered by the PagoPA initiative at participating institutions. For detailed information and tutorials, visit:
https://www.uniss.it/it/didattica/servizi-agli-studenti/guide-studenti/pagopa
Enrollment is considered finalized only after the University has received the first installment of tuition fees.
There is no longer any need to print and submit a paper enrollment application to the Student Office; however, we recommend saving a PDF copy of your pre-enrollment for your records.
For more information on registration and enrollment procedures, please consult the Student Academic Regulations 2024-25:
https://www.uniss.it/documentazione/regolamento-carriere-studenti
CONTACTS
Prof. Daniela Bebbere – Chair of the Master’s Degree Program in Biotechnology for Human and Animal Health - email dbebbere@uniss.it and bhah@uniss.it
Dr. Renata Fadda – Academic Manager –tel. +39 79229402; email rfadda@uniss.it