Applied Microbiology

Program Overview

The Master’s in Applied Microbiology program aims to train specialists capable of conducting research and holding management positions in industrial sectors that utilize microorganisms. The curriculum combines microbiology, biotechnology, genomics, and microbial ecology, preparing students to understand microbial interactions, diseases, and the application of molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques. This program is tailored to meet local and regional challenges in health, agriculture, and bio-industries.

Teaching Language : English

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

Semester 1:

Bacterial Pathologies in Animals
Biochemistry and Food Physico-Chemistry

Semester 2:

Fungal and Viral Pathologies in Animals
Microbial Interactions
Bioengineering in Industrial Microbiology
Gene Expression and Regulation in Prokaryotes

Semester 4:

Final Research Thesis (Independent Research & Defense Presentation)

Advanced Topics

Bacterial Typing
Applied Enzymology and Enzyme Engineering
Biological Waste and Effluent Treatment
Microbiology and Food Hygiene

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Admissions Information

First-Year Master’s Admission:

Direct entry into Semester 1 for holders of a bachelor’s degree in:
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fundamental and Applied Microbiology
Nutrition
Microbial Biotechnology
Food Biotechnology
Nutrition and Food Control
Microbial Ecology
Or an equivalent degree related to this field.
Entry based on credit equivalence and course validation after review by the academic committee.

Second-Year Master’s Admission:

Open to students who have completed:
Both semesters of the first year (60 credits) through capitalized validation.
At least 50% of the first-year credits through compensatory validation, with at least one-third completed in a single semester. In this case, students must re-enroll in the failed courses from the first year.

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