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ENROLL STARTING MARCH 1st! The enrollment procedure for Italian, European and International perspective students is now open! Italian and EU Students can enroll until October 31st, while Extra-EU International Students have until July 10th to enroll. In every case, we suggest that you enroll as soon as possible to be able to follow the class and laboratory activities planned by the different courses!

The Universitaly deadline for Extra-European Students application is July 10th. Apply immediately following our procedure!

PROGRAM OVERVIEW  

Biology of Extreme Environments (BIOEXTREME) is a master degree aiming to train biologists with a solid background in the genetic, biochemical and biological processes of extreme environments, including Space. It is strongly interdisciplinary, and offers the opportunity to integrate theoretical aspects with fieldwork and laboratory activities, supported by the acquisition of advanced techniques of data analysis that are essential for the study and understanding of the functioning of these systems. The new perspectives gained through the investigation of extreme environments allows the refinement of theories and development of new ideas, as well as considerable opportunities in terms of biotechnological applications. The course provides important elements for the management of extreme environments and it is a useful basis for addressing future problems related to Astrobiology.

The Master Degree program in the Biology of Extreme Environment has a total duration of 2 years and requires the acquisition of 120 university educational credits (CFU). The course provides two distinct curricula: 

• Biological Resources focused on the sustainable use of the resources present in extreme environments 

• Astrobiology focused on the biological aspects of the search for life in the universe and space exploration
  

For the admission to the Master Degree in BIOEXTREME, students are required to have knowledge in basic fields, such as biology and microbiology; ecology; general, organic and inorganic chemistry; biochemistry.

In order to enroll in the master program, you will need:

• A Bachelor (min 3 years) in Biology, Biotechnology or Natural Sciences or equivalent degree
• Alternatively a minimum of 30 CFU in biological related subjects
• Alternative careers will be evaluated on a case by case basis from the admission commission

The graduate program can enroll students holding a certificate of proficiency in English internationally recognized. The minimum score is recognized equal to B2. If the English language is not officially recognized, a placement test supported by teachers of the course.

HOW TO ENROLL

In order to become a student of the new master program you will need to be Admitted to the program and then Enroll. These are two different procedures that need to be done in sequence. The ADMISSION procedure is common to all the students of any nationality, and it is mandatory in order to verify the requirements and to confirm your knowledge of English. The ENROLLMENT procedure is different depending on if you are an Italian, EU or Extra-EU prospective student. Please see below the appropriate section.

Program Coordinator and Admission