Who can apply
European and equivalent citizens can apply through a selection call based on academic curriculum and merit.
Seats available: 58 (limited number)
A Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, or in any Biotechnology-related field awarded by any internationally recognized university along with a corresponding study plan which proves acquired basic knowledge and competencies in:
- Cellular and Molecular Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physics
as indicated in the Programme regulations.
English language proficiency at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required.
You can prove it through:
- A copy of the English language certificate
- a writing statement issued by your university stating that English is the official teaching language of your degree
- a self-declaration if you come from an English-speaking country
- a self-declaration that you have graduated in an English-speaking country.
Call for admission 2026/2027
Read the Call for admission carefully for complete information: be sure you don't miss any important steps.
Italian and binding version
Courtesy translation. The only binding version is the Italian one
Timeline and deadlines
All deadlines are strict. Missing any deadline will result in losing your place.
Application: from 21 April to 30 June 2026 at 12:00 CET
Confirmation: within the deadline communicated by UniTrento Staff
Bachelor's degree graduation:
- by June 30, 2026, for non-Europeans graduating outside Italy
- by October 31, 2026, for Europeans and equivalents and for non Europeans graduating in Italy with valid study permit
Enrollment at UniTrento: within the deadline communicated by UniTrento Staff
Apply for admission
- Deadline: 30 June 2026 at 12:00 CET
- Application fee: € 30,00
Application will open on 21 April 2026
An official translation of each document is required, when the original document is not produced in English or Italian.
Illegible documents will not be considered and incomplete or non-submitted application forms will be excluded from the selection process.
When you submit your application, you must upload the following documents:
a copy of a valid passport (for non EU citizens, with photo and personal data only) or identity card (for EU citizens).
Curriculum vitae et studiorum.
Copy of the Bachelor's degree certificate or the certificate of enrollment including the expected graduation date.
Copy of the transcript of academic records including examinations, results and credits.
A statement of purpose.
A video presentation, as described in the attached document.
- English proficiency at B2 level certified as described in the Language requirements.
The admission Committee will evaluate the entry requirements of each candidate taccording to the programme regulations.
Selection criteria are described in the Call for admission, article 4.
Rankings
The Ranking list with admitted candidates will be published on this page.
In case you are admitted, you will be notified by email from UniTrento Staff with the instructions needed to confirm the place.
Confirmation fee: € 100,00
Declining your position
If you decide not to enroll, please inform the Admission office as soon as possible via email. Your prompt notice can make a real difference, giving another student the chance to enroll on time.
If you don't meet the language proficiency requirement, you can make it up by passing an English language test at the Centro Linguistico di Ateneo (CLA).
The written tests will be held in person in Trento at the CLA, while the speaking part will be online.
Once you have achieved the language requirement, write an email to the Admission office in order to proceed with the enrolment.
| Session | Registration to the test | Written part | Speaking part |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | from 27 March to 20 April | 27 April | 8 May |
| Session 2 | from 20 April to 15 May | 25 May | 5 June |
| Session 3 | from 15 May to 25 June | 6 July | 17 July |
| Session 4 | from 25 June to 21 August | 2 September | 11 September |
| Session 5 | from 21 August to 2 October | 12 October | 23 October |
Enrollment must be completed by the deadline stated in the call for admission: if you do not meet the deadline, your admission will be rejected.
Enrollment is conditional upon the positive evaluation of the eligibility of the university degree.
Further details about the enrollment to the Master’s degree will be provided via email by the Master Admission Office in due time.
You must be in Trento for the start of classes: the exact arrival date will be notified by the University staff in Summer.
Lessons take place only in person.
Fees and funding
