About The Programme
The Master of Science in Human Biology is a highly research oriented 2-year interdisciplinary programme, offering advanced theoretical and experimental training within the fields of biomedical and natural sciences.
The MSc in Human Biology is a Copenhagen Master of Excellence (COME) programme designed to challenge students at the highest academic level. Furthermore the programme is one of the 12 elite master educations sponsored by the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. Only 40 students are accepted each year, so you will have the opportunity to work with other elite students in small focused teams, alongside engaged and experienced teaching staff.
Why Human Biology ?
The Human Biology programme provides interdisciplinary training and the chance to do an internship (e.g. at the university, hospitals, biotech companies or the pharmaceutical Industry) in the 2nd year of your degree.Learn more about why you should study Human Biology.
Prospective Students
Academic Curriculum
Alumni Survey
Academic and Student Life at the Faculty
Studying in Copenhagen
Evaluations of the programme
Current Students
First Year Courses
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Advanced Cell Biology including written cellular biology project
Bioinformatics and System Biology
Human Anatomy and Systems Physiology
Immunology and General Microbiology
Second Year Courses
Brian Says...
"There's a good mix of in-house teaching and hands on practical instruction. You have access to frontline researchers who teach students about their particular area of expertise."
Brian De La Valle from Ottawa, Canada
Human Biology MSc student (2008-2009)
