The Master's Degree in Medical Microbiology lasts two academic years.
The first year is organised into two semesters, with compulsory modules in the first semester and optional modules in the second, covering areas such as medical bacteriology, virology, mycology, microbial genetics, immunity and infection, epidemiology, bioethics and laboratory safety.
The programme stands out for its strong practical component, especially in the second semester.
The second year is entirely laboratory-based, dedicated to the development of an original dissertation.
Classes and projects take place at four units of NOVA University Lisbon: NOVA Medical School, IHMT NOVA, FCT NOVA and ITQB NOVA.
OBJECTIVES
To train specialists, from a global and multidisciplinary perspective, with solid and integrated theoretical and practical training in the field of Microbiology.
Students will be able to apply the most advanced laboratory diagnostic technologies, microbiological research and quality control and certification of microbiology laboratories.
SKILLS TO BE ACQUIRED
- Solid training in the scientific area of Medical Microbiology;
- Allows you to develop skills from a multidisciplinary perspective, adapted to solving specific problems;
- Enables research, development and innovation, with particular emphasis on molecular microbiology applied to Medical Microbiology.
WHO IT'S AIMED FOR
- Graduates in the field of Life and Health Sciences:
- Biological Sciences;
- Pharmaceutical Sciences;
- Nursing;
- Medicine;
- Veterinary Medicine;
- Other related areas, to be assessed by the Scientific Committee.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Access to doctoral programs;
- Access to Research and Development areas in national and European public health sectors, such as:
- Medical and hospital centers,
- Clinical and veterinary laboratories,
- Microbiology research laboratories.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
Graduates or holders of legally equivalent qualifications in the area of Life and Health Sciences (Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Biology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing, and other related areas, to be assessed by the course's scientific committee).