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    Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v)

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    Helsinki, FIMScIn-person2 yearsFinnish
    30
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Helsinki, FI.

    About the program

    The program covers modern genetics and molecular biosciences from genes and molecules to cells and organisms. Students specialize in one of four tracks: Biochemistry and Structural Biology, Genetics and Genomics, Cell and Developmental Biology, or Molecular Analytical Health Biosciences.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Jan 5, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 92, a minimum score of 22 in the writing section
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Overall score 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in the writing section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years residence permit to look for work (Finland)

    €9,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki online or in-person?
    Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is offered in-person.
    How long does Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki take to complete?
    Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki cohort?
    Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki typically enrolls around 30 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki?
    Post-completion work rights for Biokemia ja molekyylibiotieteet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki: 2 years residence permit to look for work (Finland)