Life Science Technologies, Master of Science (Technology)

Life Science Technologies, Master of Science (Technology) is a Masters program taught at Aalto University, Finland. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

The Master’s Programme in Life Science Technologies studies high-tech scientific and engineering solutions for life sciences. It covers health data analysis and modelling, bioinformatics, bioelectronics and biosensing, biomedical engineering, human neuroscience and neurotechnology. Aalto University describes the programme as linked to research in these fields and intended to prepare students for work in industry or academia.

The programme takes two years and comprises 120 ECTS credits. It includes major studies, elective studies and a master’s thesis. The first year is mainly for compulsory and major courses. The second year focuses on elective studies and the thesis. Teaching uses lectures, seminars, visits, multidisciplinary projects, peer working, individual projects, practical exercises and group work. The programme is taught in English and delivered through contact teaching.

Students choose one of five majors: Bioinformatics and Digital Health, Biomedical Engineering, Biosensing and Bioelectronics, Complex Systems, or Human Neuroscience and Technology. The programme also supports exchange studies, practical training or a summer course abroad.

Modules

• Bioinformatics and Digital Health
• Biomedical Engineering
• Biosensing and Bioelectronics
• Complex Systems
• Human Neuroscience and Technology

The minimum requirements for admission in Life Science Technologies, Master of Science (Technology) at Aalto University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Aalto University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Aalto University as pre-requiste for admission in Life Science Technologies, Master of Science (Technology).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Please check detail of study units at https://opintopolku.fi/konfo/en/koulutus/1.2.246.562.13.00000000000000002768

• Working in the R&D function of a global health tech company, manufacturing company or startup
• Working in consultancy in the medical and health technology industry
• Working as a data analyst or in artificial intelligence development
• Taking an academic path and becoming a researcher in the field

6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Finland. See Finland scholarships.