Medical Biotechnology

FIRST CYCLE DEGREE

ABOUT US

 

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, established on July 1, 1971 under the Regulation of the Minister of Health and Social Welfare of May 26, 1971, is one of the largest pharmaceutical faculties in Poland. During the first ceremonial inauguration of the academic year 1971/1972, 40 students admitted to the first year of studies took the oath. Eight years later, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare issued a Regulation, which came into effect on October 1, 1979, on the establishment of the Department of Medical Analytics at the Faculty. The first candidates were accepted as students in the academic year 1979/1980. In 2001, by resolution of the Senate of the Medical University of Silesia, the name of the Department of Medical Analytics was changed to the Department of Laboratory Medicine. On October 1, 2019, a new name for the Faculty was established – Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec.

In the academic year 2002/2003, another field of study was introduced, in addition to pharmacy and medical analytics, i.e. first and second cycle cosmetology, and a year later biotechnology (transformed into a two-cycle study program called medical biotechnology).

Currently, candidates have the opportunity to choose one of the following fields of study:

  • pharmacy (full-time, part-time, studies in English)
  • medical analytics (full-time studies)
  • first cycle studies in medical biotechnology (full-time, studies in English)
  • second cycle studies in medical biotechnology (full-time, studies in English)
  • first cycle studies in cosmetology (full-time, part-time)
  • second cycle studies in cosmetology (full-time, part-time)
  • first cycle studies in cosmetic chemistry (full-time)

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec offers postgraduate education in the form of supplementary studies for Qualified Persons working in the pharmaceutical industry, in oenology and herbal commodity science with elements of herbal medicine.

 

In 1996, the Faculty of Pharmacy established a Specialist Education School (currently the Postgraduate Education School), which offers the following specialist training courses:

  • pharmacy,
  • laboratory medical diagnostics
  • laboratory medical hematology
  • laboratory medical transfusion
  • laboratory medical genetics
  • medical microbiology

In October 2012, the University of the Third Age began operating at the Faculty, which in 2015 won a plebiscite organized by the Association of Social Initiatives in Sosnowiec and the Department of Cooperation with Non-Governmental Organizations of the City Council in Sosnowiec and received the certificate of a Senior-Friendly Place.

The Faculty units also implement an educational project called the University of the High School Graduate. Participation in classes and passing the final exam, organized in the form of a national competition, is a chance for students to gain an additional number of points, taken into account in the recruitment procedure for studies conducted by the Faculty.

 

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec also organizes pre-high school courses in biology and chemistry, as well as summer classes for high school students called Holidays on the FARM.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM

Faculty: MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY, FIRST CYCLE DEGREE

Degree: BACHELOR

Length of studies: 3 years (6 semesters)

 

Program Description:

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Biotechnology program is a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary academic journey that bridges the gap between medicine and biotechnology. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex medical challenges using advanced biotechnological techniques and tools. It explores the fascinating intersection of biology, chemistry, genetics, and healthcare to pave the way for breakthroughs in diagnostics, therapeutics, and biomedical research.

Program Highlights:

  1. Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Our program offers a diverse and comprehensive curriculum that blends biology, genetics, chemistry, and medical sciences. Students gain a deep understanding of the molecular basis of diseases and the biotechnological approaches used to diagnose and treat them.
  2. Cutting-Edge Laboratory Training: Students receive hands-on laboratory training in state-of-the-art facilities, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. Laboratory skills acquired during the program are essential for conducting research and development in the field of medical biotechnology.
  3. Clinical Insights: In addition to laboratory work, students gain insights into clinical applications of biotechnology. They learn how biotechnological innovations impact patient care, personalized medicine, and the healthcare industry as a whole.
  4. Research Opportunities: Our program encourages research engagement from an early stage. Students have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on groundbreaking research projects, contributing to advancements in medical biotechnology.
  5. Ethical and Regulatory Understanding: As responsible scientists, students learn about the ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks surrounding biotechnological research and its applications in healthcare.
  6. Industry-Relevant Skills: Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical research institutions, healthcare organizations, and regulatory agencies. They possess the skills needed to develop and implement innovative solutions for the medical field.
  7. Career Development: Our program emphasizes career development, providing students with the resources and support needed to explore various career paths within the rapidly evolving field of medical biotechnology.
  8. Global Perspective: In an increasingly globalized world, students gain a global perspective on medical biotechnology, understanding how international collaborations and trends impact the industry.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Medical Biotechnology program are prepared for a wide range of career opportunities, including but not limited to:

  • Biotechnologist
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Genetic Counselor
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher
  • Medical Laboratory Technologist
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialist
  • Healthcare Consultant
  • Biomedical Sales and Marketing
  • Medical Writer
  • Biotechnology Entrepreneur
APPLICATION - STEP by STEP
  • Register and create an account on SUM’s platform.
  • Follow the instructions and submit your application via the platform.
  • Attach scanned copies of all required documents to your application.
  • Pay the application fee of 85/100* PLN to the SUM bank account.
  • 100 PLN applies to candidates qualified on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the University.
  • After submitting the application, you will be notified via your University online account or email regarding the status of your application.
  • Once the University Admission Committee verifies your documents, you will be informed about the further procedures.
  • Upon completion of the qualification procedure, the candidate’s number will be added to the ranking list.
  • Note: Candidates may be required to attend the entrance examination, as specified in Conditions and procedure of recruitment for studies conducted in English at the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice
  • The ranking lists will be published on the University website once a sufficient number of candidates have completed the application procedure.
  • After satisfactory verification of the Electronic Application Form, the candidate is required to submit the printed and signed Application Form, along with the original or notarized copies of all attached documents, to the University’s mailing address or present them in person upon arrival, before the beginning of the academic year.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Candidates are required to apply through the Electronic Application Form and attach scanned copies of the following documents:

 

  • Original or notarized copy of the high school diploma
  • Identification document (to be presented for verification)
  • Scanned ID/passport photo (resolution: 300 DPI)
  • Certificate confirming English language proficiency
  • Receipt of the registration fee payment in the amount of 85/100 PLN* (transferred to this account number) (*100 PLN applies to candidates qualified on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the University).
  • Apostille – required if the high school/college diploma was issued in a country that is a signatory to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, which waives the requirement of legalization of foreign public documents.
  • NAWA recognition statement confirming the recognition of the high school/college diploma. This applies in the case of documents not recognized in Poland by operation of law, issued in a country with which the Republic of Poland has not signed a mutual educational document recognition agreement, or documents from a country with which Poland has such an agreement but the specific document is not covered by it.

All documents must be issued in English language. If the original document is issued in another language, a sworn translation into English is required.

After satisfactory verification of the Electronic Application Form, the candidate is required to submit the printed and signed Application Form, along with the original or notarized copies of all attached documents, to the University’s mailing address or to present them in person upon arrival, before the beginning of the academic year.

ENTRANCE EXAM

If a candidate’s school-leaving certificate does not include the required subject(s), or if the certificate was issued in a country other than those listed in the Terms and procedures, the candidate will be required to take an oral entrance exam in English language on a date chosen from the available time slots published for candidates.

During the entrance exam, the candidate’s knowledge at the Polish high-school level will be assessed in the following subjects:

  • biology (mandatory)

The entrance exam will be conducted remotely via the MS Teams platform. Please ensure that your computer settings allow your webcam, microphone, and speakers/headphones to function properly in the Teams application.

 

 

Final result obtained in the entrance exam is given in points and determines candidate’s position on the rank list.

Each candidate can take the entrance exam only once during a single admission process.

 

In order to prepare for the entrance exam please review the following SYLLABUS.

 

 

Candidates will be admitted to the English-language medical program based on a ranking list. Each candidate’s position on the list will be determined by the number of points earned either from the school-leaving certificate or from the entrance examination.

The ranking list will be published on the university website once the qualification process for all candidates has been completed.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Use your candidate number to track your position on the ranking list.

Medical Biotechnology

SECOND CYCLE DEGREE

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM

Faculty: MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY, SECOND CYCLE DEGREE

Degree: MASTER

Length of studies: 2 years (4 semesters)

 

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology program is a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary academic journey that bridges the gap between medicine and biotechnology. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex medical challenges using advanced biotechnological techniques and tools. It explores the fascinating intersection of biology, chemistry, genetics, and healthcare to pave the way for breakthroughs in diagnostics, therapeutics, and biomedical research.

Program Highlights:

  1. Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Our program offers a diverse and comprehensive curriculum that blends biology, genetics, chemistry, and medical sciences. Students gain a deep understanding of the molecular basis of diseases and the biotechnological approaches used to diagnose and treat them.
  2. Cutting-Edge Laboratory Training: Students receive hands-on laboratory training in state-of-the-art facilities, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. Laboratory skills acquired during the program are essential for conducting research and development in the field of medical biotechnology.
  3. Clinical Insights: In addition to laboratory work, students gain insights into clinical applications of biotechnology. They learn how biotechnological innovations impact patient care, personalized medicine, and the healthcare industry as a whole.
  4. Research Opportunities: Our program encourages research engagement from an early stage. Students have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on groundbreaking research projects, contributing to advancements in medical biotechnology.
  5. Ethical and Regulatory Understanding: As responsible scientists, students learn about the ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks surrounding biotechnological research and its applications in healthcare.
  6. Industry-Relevant Skills: Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical research institutions, healthcare organizations, and regulatory agencies. They possess the skills needed to develop and implement innovative solutions for the medical field.
  7. Career Development: Our program emphasizes career development, providing students with the resources and support needed to explore various career paths within the rapidly evolving field of medical biotechnology.
  8. Global Perspective: In an increasingly globalized world, students gain a global perspective on medical biotechnology, understanding how international collaborations and trends impact the industry.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology program are prepared for a wide range of career opportunities, including but not limited to:

  • Biotechnologist
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Genetic Counselor
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher
  • Medical Laboratory Technologist
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialist
  • Healthcare Consultant
  • Biomedical Sales and Marketing
  • Medical Writer
  • Biotechnology Entrepreneur
APPLICATION - STEP by STEP

Candidates for the second-cycle degree program in medical biotechnology should possess  a diploma of the completion of the first-cycle degree program in medical biotechnology, respectively. The qualification procedure for the abovementioned fields  of study is based on the grade point average obtained during the whole period of the studies (the grade point average is calculated as the arithmetic average of all grades for examinations and credits completing a given subject obtained during the entire course of the studies).

 

1. Register and make an account on SUM’s platform.

2. Follow the instructions and submit the application via the platform.

3. Attach scanned documents to the application.

4. Pay the application fee of 85 PLN.

5. Once the application is submitted, you will be notified through the University’s online account or your email address regarding the status of the application.

6. Once the University Admission Committee verifies your documents, the candidate’s number will be added to the ranking list.

7. If you will see on the ranking list the candidate’s number with the mark next to it, and if it says’ Pass’ then you have gotten accepted into SUM and CONGRATULATIONS!

8. Candidate is required to send/post the printed & signed application form with original or notarised copies of all required documents to the University’s mailing address before the start of the academic year 2023/2024 (before October 2, 2023).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
 
Candidates are required to apply through the Electronic Application Form and attach scanned copies of the following documents:
 
  • Original or notarized copy of the high school diploma
  • Original or notarized copy of first cycle degree diploma
  • Identification document (to be presented for verification)
  • Scanned ID/passport photo (resolution: 300 DPI)
  • Certificate confirming English language proficiency
  • Receipt of the registration fee payment in the amount of 85/100 PLN* (transferred to this account number) (*100 PLN applies to candidates qualified on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the University).
  • Apostille – required if the high school/college diploma was issued in a country that is a signatory to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, which waives the requirement of legalization of foreign public documents.
  • Health certificate confirming no contraindications to undertake studies in the chosen field
    *Required only for candidates admitted to the study program by the University Admission Committee.
  • NAWA recognition statement confirming the recognition of the high school/college diploma. This applies in the case of documents not recognized in Poland by operation of law, issued in a country with which the Republic of Poland has not signed a mutual educational document recognition agreement, or documents from a country with which Poland has such an agreement but the specific document is not covered by it.

All documents must be issued in English language. If the original document is issued in another language, a sworn translation into English is required.

After satisfactory verification of the Electronic Application Form, the candidate is required to submit the printed and signed Application Form, along with the original or notarized copies of all attached documents, to the University’s mailing address or to present them in person upon arrival, before the beginning of the academic year.