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Masters in Biotechnology at Helsinki
A Biotechnology master's covers molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioprocessing and bioinformatics with substantial lab work. Here is what studying it at University of Helsinki (Helsinki) costs, who is eligible and what you can do after.
- Total ≈ ₹62 lakh – ₹74 lakh
- Tuition €13,000 – €18,000 a year
- Intakes: August/September (main
- Loan & visa support
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How much does the Masters in Biotechnology at Helsinki cost?
The Masters in Biotechnology at University of Helsinki costs an Indian student about ₹62 lakh – ₹74 lakh in total: tuition of €13,000 – €18,000 a year, living costs of about €14,500 a year and one-time costs. After the degree: residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation.
Official sources: University of Helsinki — official website
Masters in Biotechnology at Helsinki at a glance
- Program
- Masters in Biotechnology at University of Helsinki
- Typical length
- 2 years
- Tuition (international)
- €13,000 – €18,000 a year
- Total cost
- ₹62 lakh – ₹74 lakh
- Usual backgrounds
- B.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology and B.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- After graduation
- Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation
- Intakes
- August/September (main, joint application in January), some January starts
Cost
Masters in Biotechnology at Helsinki: cost in rupees
University-wide tuition range for international graduate students; your program's exact fee is on the offer letter.
Specialisations
Biotechnology specialisations to look for
Biotechnology master's programs usually let you specialise in bioinformatics, biopharmaceuticals, genetic Engineering and industrial Biotechnology. Tracks, elective sets and thesis areas differ by university, so confirm on Helsinki's program page which of these University of Helsinki offers before you apply.
Eligibility
Entry requirements for Biotechnology at Helsinki
Usual expectations — the program page has the exact minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology
- Bachelor's: B.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences
- Bachelor's: B.Pharm
- Prerequisite: Molecular and cell biology
- Prerequisite: Lab experience
- Prerequisite: Basic chemistry
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Biotechnology — Helsinki & Espoo
Finland's capital region and gaming/tech hub
Loan
EMI on a ₹54 lakh loan
About 80% of the mid-point cost; EMIs start after the course and moratorium.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Tuition is €13,000 – €18,000 a year; the total with living and one-time costs is about ₹62 lakh – ₹74 lakh over 2 years.
Usually if you have b.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology and b.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences, with molecular and cell biology and lab experience.
Graduates move into roles such as Research Associate, Bioprocess Engineer, Quality Control Analyst and Bioinformatics Analyst. Employers look for lab techniques, data analysis and regulatory knowledge.
Residence permit of up to 2 years to look for work after graduation.
Most families combine savings with an education loan of about ₹54 lakh; the EMI at 10.5% over 10 years is about ₹72,865 a month.
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