Master of Science in Biomedical Informatics, Biomedical Technology

Study contents

The Master’s Programme in Biomedical Technology is intended for students with a Bachelor’s degree in biological, computational, or mathematical sciences who want to attain in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills in the crossroads of molecular biology, cell technology, and biomedical informatics with a focus on human health.

Biomedical technology is a multidisciplinary field that builds on a molecule-level understanding of biological systems of develops new approaches to advance medical and biotechnological applications. The Master’s Programme in Biomedical Technology provides multi-disciplinary education that combines natural sciences with technology, with a specific focus on methods that have the potential to enhance human health. The program brings together the expertise and methods of a wide range of natural, medical, and engineering sciences, including biology, chemistry, medicine, and genetics, as well as statistics, computational, and data sciences.

There are three options for specialization:

• Biomedical Informatics
• Cell Technology
• Molecular Biology

Rapidly developing measurement technologies combined with increasing computing resources are transforming biosciences toward health data science. Today, complex datasets are collected to study human health and disease at multiple scales, ranging from molecular and cellular levels to patient, population, and healthcare systems levels. The specialization in Biomedical Informatics builds expertise in developing and applying advanced computational methods, including artificial intelligence tools, to address current and future challenges relevant to human health. This specialization provides you with the foundations to become an expert in data science and health informatics, including regulatory requirements.

The program provides excellent preparation for future working life, where the ability to collaborate with experts in various fields is a key success factor. This is where you become a truly international player.

Structure of studies

The two-year Master’s Programme in Biomedical Technology is taught entirely in English and comprises 120 ECTS credits. The curriculum consists of general studies, advanced studies, and elective studies. All three specialization options include a module of methodological studies focusing on the specific methods and applications of the field. For the master’s thesis, every student completes an individual research project of 40 ECTS credits.

Every student completes a master's thesis of 40 ECTS credits. The thesis is based on individual experimental or computational research that is completed under the guidance of an appointed supervisor. The thesis seminar of 2 ECTS credits supports the thesis work process.

The program provides students with broad knowledge and skills necessary for pursuing a successful career in the field of biomedical technology both in Finland and abroad. The employment opportunities are diverse. Our graduates have found work as experts in research and development in academic institutions as well as in private companies. Some work in sales and marketing and there is also a growing need for talented experts in the public sector and governmental institutions. Our graduates are also able to pursue a career in academia and continue their studies towards a Ph.D. degree.

Co-operation with other parties

In addition to studies in one’s own Master’s Programme, students may take full advantage of the teaching offered by the Tampere higher education community ranging from technical to vocational studies in various fields.

The program is closely organized with BioMediTech. BioMediTech is an institute that combines unique engineering skills and strong life sciences expertise. The institute aims to create new platforms for discovery and innovation. This close collaboration with the BioMediTech institute also optimizes the connection with the Tampere University Hospital. This ensures active interaction between engineers, life scientists as well as clinicians, and thus provides optimal exposure for you taking part in the Master’s Programme in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering. The excellent basic and translational (from laboratory to clinic) research performed at Tampere University is recognized worldwide. This reputation has been strengthened along the Body-on-Chip Center of Excellence by the Academy of Finland.

Research focus

Our Faculty brings together research expertise in medicine, biosciences, and technology and is committed to generating new knowledge and solutions that promote health and well-being and benefit both individuals and the broader society. Our research interests focus on biomaterials, biosensors, immunology, clinical medicine, tissue engineering, computational systems, imaging, and cell and molecular biology. The teaching staff is actively involved in research and thereby able to introduce the latest scientific achievements to the students.

Practical research training is a vital part of the studies and is typically carried out in one of the research groups at the Faculty or in companies. During the MSc thesis work, at the latest, each student will undertake original research.

Further study opportunities

The MSc degree completed at the end of the program qualifies for doctoral studies in the field of specialization both in Finland and abroad. Upon graduation, research-oriented students can apply for a PhD position in one of the many research groups at the Faculty, elsewhere in Finland, or internationally.