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    Medical Biotechnology

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    Stockholm, SEMScIn-person2 years
    SEK 360,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    29%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    64
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    SEK 900.00
    App fee

    Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person msc program based in Stockholm, SE. Tuition is SEK 360,000.

    About the program

    Two-year programme covering advanced biotechnological methods in molecular biology, cell biology, and bioinformatics for medical applications including diagnostics, drug development, and therapies. Offers specialisations in medical applications of biotechnology, omics, and cell-based medical biotechnology, with a final 30-credit master's degree project.

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    78 (QS World University Rankings 2026), 98 (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026) | 2 (QS World University Rankings 2026), 3 (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026)

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is SEK 360,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology online or in-person?
    Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is offered in-person.
    How long does Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology take to complete?
    Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology?
    Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology reports an acceptance rate of approximately 29%.
    How large is the Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology cohort?
    Medical Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology typically enrolls around 64 students per cohort.