PROGRAM OVERVIEW
AIMS
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Aim of the master basic scientific knowledge and expertise are no longer sufficient for building a successful career in the growing bioeconomy. Therefore, the MS provides a rich combination of theoretical perspectives on life science innovation with a practical focus on the dynamics of the bioeconomy and its value chains.
One of the strengths of this programme is that graduates are exposed to different perspectives and points of view:
- Established producers seeking to introduce renewable resources, biotechnological processes and their corresponding products onto the market
- Companies focusing on new biobased resources, processes and products
- Actors attempting to gauge the need and acceptance of such products
- Organizations supporting the development of biobased value chains, e.g. through research and advisory services
Among the main aims, the master also includes:
- Developing of a sustainable innovation in a responsible manner
- Reduction of barriers to biotechnology innovation
- Promotion of the integration of biotechnology research across commercial applications
- Creation of an ongoing dialogue among governments, citizens, academia and firms
- Bringing of new technologies to existing and emerging markets in a legal way
To meet these modern challenges, the MASTER (1 year course) provides students with a dynamic set of competencies, skills, knowledge and frameworks (see below) about life science innovation, as highly desired by prospective employers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Students will also have the opportunity to conduct placement-based dissertations with organisations, universities or companies that are involved in the bioeconomy.
The concept of Public Engagement as well as Responsible Research Innovations are at the background of each course.
Knowledge and conceptual frameworks:
- Current trends and recent achievements in life science innovation
- Innovation from 'proof to concept' to market readiness
- Risk, regulation and governance of the bioeconomy
- Knowledge management and intellectual property in life sciences
- New business models and value systems
- Financing of life science innovation and changing commercial R&D models and strategies
AIMS
Aim of the master basic scientific knowledge and expertise are no longer sufficient for building a successful career in the growing bioeconomy. Therefore, the MS provides a rich combination of theoretical perspectives on life science innovation with a practical focus on the dynamics of the bioeconomy and its value chains.
One of the strengths of this programme is that graduates are exposed to different perspectives and points of view:
- Established producers seeking to introduce renewable resources, biotechnological processes and their corresponding products onto the market
- Companies focusing on new biobased resources, processes and products
- Actors attempting to gauge the need and acceptance of such products
- Organizations supporting the development of biobased value chains, e.g. through research and advisory services
Among the main aims, the master also includes:
- Developing of a sustainable innovation in a responsible manner
- Reduction of barriers to biotechnology innovation
- Promotion of the integration of biotechnology research across commercial applications
- Creation of an ongoing dialogue among governments, citizens, academia and firms
- Bringing of new technologies to existing and emerging markets in a legal way
To meet these modern challenges, the MASTER (1 year course) provides students with a dynamic set of competencies, skills, knowledge and frameworks (see below) about life science innovation, as highly desired by prospective employers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Students will also have the opportunity to conduct placement-based dissertations with organisations, universities or companies that are involved in the bioeconomy.
The concept of Public Engagement as well as Responsible Research Innovations are at the background of each course.
Knowledge and conceptual frameworks:
- Current trends and recent achievements in life science innovation
- Innovation from 'proof to concept' to market readiness
- Risk, regulation and governance of the bioeconomy
- Knowledge management and intellectual property in life sciences
- New business models and value systems
- Financing of life science innovation and changing commercial R&D models and strategies
Main Topic Of Edition 2022- 2023
Every year a specific topic will be added.
6° Edition (2022/23): «Chemical Industries in the
Circular Bioeconomy scenario»
Timetable of Edition 2022- 2023
Milano teaching module – 16/01/2023 → 20/01/2020
Napoli teaching module – 13/02/2023 → 17/02/2023
Torino teaching module – 13/03/2023 → 17/03/2023
Bologna teaching module – 17/04/2023 → 22/04/2023
Industrial stage – June → November 2023
Thesis defence - 11/12/2023
Aim of the master basic scientific knowledge and expertise are no longer sufficient for building a successful career in the growing bioeconomy. Therefore, the MS provides a rich combination of theoretical perspectives on life science innovation with a practical focus on the dynamics of the bioeconomy and its value chains.
One of the strengths of this programme is that graduates are exposed to different perspectives and points of view:
- Established producers seeking to introduce renewable resources, biotechnological processes and their corresponding products onto the market
- Companies focusing on new biobased resources, processes and products
- Actors attempting to gauge the need and acceptance of such products
- Organizations supporting the development of biobased value chains, e.g. through research and advisory services
Among the main aims, the master also includes:
- Developing of a sustainable innovation in a responsible manner
- Reduction of barriers to biotechnology innovation
- Promotion of the integration of biotechnology research across commercial applications
- Creation of an ongoing dialogue among governments, citizens, academia and firms
- Bringing of new technologies to existing and emerging markets in a legal way
To meet these modern challenges, the MASTER (1 year course) provides students with a dynamic set of competencies, skills, knowledge and frameworks (see below) about life science innovation, as highly desired by prospective employers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Students will also have the opportunity to conduct placement-based dissertations with organisations, universities or companies that are involved in the bioeconomy.
The concept of Public Engagement as well as Responsible Research Innovations are at the background of each course.
Knowledge and conceptual frameworks:
- Current trends and recent achievements in life science innovation
- Innovation from 'proof to concept' to market readiness
- Risk, regulation and governance of the bioeconomy
- Knowledge management and intellectual property in life sciences
- New business models and value systems
- Financing of life science innovation and changing commercial R&D models and strategies
Main Topic of Edition 2022-2023
Every year a specific topic will be added.
6° Edition (2021/22): «Chemical Industries in the Circular Bioeconomy scenario»
Main Topic of Edition 2022-2023
Milano teaching module – 16/01/2023 → 20/01/2023
Napoli teaching module – 13/02/2023 → 17/02/2023
Torino teaching module – 13/03/2023 → 17/03/2023
Bologna teaching module – 17/04/2023 → 22/04/2023
Industrial stage – June → November 2023
Thesis defence - 11/12/2023
Program Structure
Program Structure
Edition 2016 - 2017
Edition 2017 - 2018
Edition 2018 - 2019
Edition 2019 - 2020
Edition 2021 - 2022
The program responds to the rapid growth in the global bioeconomy by providing the core knowledge and skills needed to compete in a rapidly evolving, highly skilled workforce.
The program includes four compulsory modules (5 Credits each) given by the four participating Universities. Modules cover relevant scientific topics as well as economic and legal issues.
University of Bologna
University of
Milano - Bicocca
University of Bologna
University of
Milano - Bicocca
University of Naples
Federico II
University of Turin
University of Naples
Federico II
University of Turin
Faculty
Faculty
Each module envisages teaching on scientific topics by staff members of the participating Universities, whilst Economic and regulatory aspects, as well as specific case studies, are covered by members of participating companies and associations.
Length of the Master
Length of the Master
Students are required to attend 4 weeks full-time lessons, each one taught in a different University, and a 6-months stage in one company or institution. Individual study time is required to prepare for the intermediate evaluation planned after each module and for preparing a final thesis work.
Evaluation criteria and certificate
Evaluation criteria and certificate
The progress will be assessed at each step. Intermediate evaluation will follow the end of each module. Students are required to write a thesis about the work performed during the stage.
Participants who attended at least 75% of the activities planned and passed each evaluation step will obtain a 2nd level Master Degree and 60 CFU.
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