StudyQA — Master: Biomolecules and Cell Dynamics — Autonomous University of Madrid

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The Master's Degree in Biomolecules and Cell Dynamics of the UAM is intended to prepare students to develop a research career in the field of Molecular and Cell Biology, and its applications. Its objective is to train professionals with both a deep knowledge of the structures and molecular processes of cells and the ability to use experimental and computational tools for study. During their Master studies, students will develop a research project (see "TFM course" below), for which the Master has the support of hundreds of recognized research groups of the UAM as well as the most prestigious research centres in the country. In addition, this Master has a panel of faculty experts in specific areas of Biochemistry and Molecular and Cell Biology. Finally, this Master also allows to access to the PhD program in Molecular Bioscience to students interested in a research career.

The educational objectives of the Master in Biomolecules and Cell Dynamics are:

To acquire a scientific spirit of critical and self-critical reasoning.
To acquire the ability to design an innovative research project in the area of Molecular and Cell Biology.
To be able to select appropriate techniques and experimental approaches in the area of Molecular and Cell Biology methodologies.
To acquire a deep understanding of cutting-edge issues in the area of Molecular and Cell Biology that allows to face new scientific challenges.
To acquire the ability to search, analyse and manage scientific information in the area of Molecular and Cell Biology.
To develop the skills and abilities to perform experimental work in a laboratory in the field of Molecular and Cell Biology.
To know how to communicate orally and in writing the results of research for peer review.
To acquire the knowledge and skills in the use of modern statistical techniques for data analysis in Molecular Biosciences.
To understand the relationship between structure and function of macromolecules and their complexes, and resolve related technical and scientific issues.
To develop the ability to effectively communicate scientific advances in the field of Molecular and Cell Biology, as well as their ethical and social implications to a non-specialised audience.
To acquire the skills needed to continue learning throughout life, in an autonomous and self-directed manner.
To gain a strong training base to start a research career through the completion of PhD in universities, research centres or companies within the field of Molecular and Cell Biology.

Critical analysis of scientific literature. Applied statistics for Molecular Biosciences
Understanding biomolecules
Understanding Cell Dynamics
Gene expression
Genome replication, repair and instability
Cell signalling
Cell migration and adhesion
Molecular mechanisms of trafficking and intracelular compartmentation
Molecular Genetics in Model Systems
Systems biology and High-throughput data analysis
Current topics in Developmental Biology
Functional and Applied Virology
Biomolecular Nanomachines
Master's Final Dissertation

Requirements

Official university qualification such as an undergraduate degree, bachelor’s degree or other equivalent, in one of the following Experimental or Health Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Veterinary, or other similar degrees.
An official certificate of level of English (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English, OAL-UAM, Linguistic Services Office from your home university etc.) with at least a B2 (or equivalent) level. This doesn't apply for students coming from english-speaking countries/universities/schools.
Bachelor's diploma
Transcript of records from the Bachelor's degree
Average Grade statement (see "Average Grade statement")
CV (Curriculum Vitae)
Certificate of level of English (or at least some proof that you'll get it before the enrolment deadline in September)
ID/Passport
Elective courses pre-selection form ("Hoja de preinscripción de asignaturas")
Specific documents required for each master (letter(s) of recommendation/reference etc.).
FOREIGN STUDENTS ONLY: when their average grade point is not in a 1-to-10 scale, applicants must also submit the ANECA's certificate of average grade equivalence for studies undertaken in foreign countries (see here). Please note that this certificate can take up to 2 months to be delivered, so applicants should request it with enough time in advance.