Synthetic biology is a young, dynamic and innovative field that is revolutionizing fundamental and applied, biotechnology research. It integrates basic engineering principles for the rational, mathematical model-assisted assembly of well characterized biological modules into higher order complex biological systems with desired properties and functions. This interdisciplinary approach towards biological research has already contributed a broad set of experimental advances to study biological systems and for the development of biotechnological applications in the biomedical, biopharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries, biofuel production and agriculture.

In this specialization within the MSc in Biology we reflect the nature and potential of these integrative approaches by offering a wide set of modules in English covering different theoretical and experimental strategies and fields of research. We stress the potential of modern biology and its associated technologies as the key to tackle current humanity challenges, namely to provide accessible and universal health, and to satisfy nutritional and energy global demands in an environmentally sustainable way.