MScScience and Technology of Bio and Nanomaterials
Italy, Venice
| Study location | Italy, Mestre |
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| Type | Master's degree, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 2 years (120 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MSc |
| Course code | CM14/GGG/2023 |
| Tuition fee | €2,300 per year |
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| Application fee | €30 one-time This non-refundable fee allows you to apply for admission to a maximum of two programmes of study. |
| Entry qualification | Minimum 3-year bachelor's degree (or higher) A minimum three-year undergraduate degree is required. Admission to this programme requires you to:
PLEASE NOTE: The minimum requirements described here below were approved for the evaluation of candidates applying for admission in 2024/2025. The requirements for admission in 2025/2026 will be updated here as soon as they are available. MINIMUM REQUIRED CGPA MINIMUM CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS Generally, candidates who possess (or will possess) a university qualification in one of the following fields satisfy the academic prerequisites for admission: Biotechnologies; Information Technology Engineering; Industrial Engineering; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Diagnostics and Materials for Conservation and Restoration; Biotechnologies; Information Technology; Technologies for the Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage. More specifically, you must have obtained at least 60 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System credits) or the equivalent (i.e. no less than 1/3 of your coursework) in one or more of the following specific fields:
In order to determine if you satisfy these curricular requirements, the programme’s Teaching Committee will evaluate your undergraduate transcript of records and examine your CV. READ MORE ABOUT THE PRELIMINARY EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION READ MORE ABOUT THE MINIMUM CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS (to be updated soon for 2025/2026) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Italian. If your documents are not in English or Italian, please upload the original documentation or a verified copy of it AS WELL AS a professional translation in English or Italian. You can obtain professional translations either in your country or in Italy, and they can be issued by professional translators, a local court of law or court interpreters. |
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| Language requirements | English A minimum B2-level knowledge of English is mandatory for enrolment. LANGUAGE CERTIFICATIONS WE RECOGNIZE You can apply to this programme even if you have yet to obtain a language certification, but you will need to provide one in order to complete your enrolment. Please note: Ca’ Foscari University does not conduct any test to assess your knowledge of English as part of the application procedure. |
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| Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
If you are interested in nanotechnology, then this programme equips you with the knowledge of material science, chemistry and biology that becoming an expert in the design and synthesis of new bio- and nanomaterials requires.
This Science and Technology of Bio and Nanomaterials programme pairs traditional lectures and laboratory classes that teach you how to prepare bio- and nanomaterials and to explore their chemical-physical characteristics, properties, methods of preparation and applications.
During your studies, you are given the chance to carry out an internship and learn on the job at research laboratories and companies both in Italy and abroad.
EXPLORE THIS PROGRAMME’S STUDY PLAN
DOUBLE DEGREE OPPORTUNITY
Students enrolled in this programme have the opportunity to obtain an international double degree with Kyoto Institute of Technology – KIT (Japan).
Programme structure
This programme includes the following components:
- course work
- curricular internship, which can be carried out in Italy or abroad
- final thesis
You can apply to carry out the double degree outlined above, which would involve spending one of the two years of study at our partner university in Japan. Alternatively, you can request to complete one or two semesters abroad through Ca’ Foscari’s exchange programmes.
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Career opportunities
Thanks to the skills and knowledge you will possess as a graduate, you will be able to work in the technical sectors of companies that produce, market, transform or develop materials either structured or functional bio- and nanomaterials.
Possible professional profiles include:
- Chemist
- Chemical information management specialist
- Industrial and commercial consultant
- Specialised consultant
- R&D manager
- Researcher
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This is the first admission round for the 2025/26 academic year. To see the others in which you are eligible to apply, insert your citizenship on this platform’s homepage and then consult the relevant news item that appears in the homepage’s news section.