The University of Insubria (UI) in Italy collaborates with our Faculty of Food and Biochemical Technology. This Double Degree (DD) program focuses on cutting-edge molecular and industrial biotechnology.


Program Structure & ECTS
  • Total Duration: 2 years / 4 semesters (120 ECTS).
  • UCT Prague Component: You will study in Prague during your 3rd and 4th semester (60 ECTS).
  • Prerequisites: 240 ECTS credits (180 from Bachelor + 60 from the 1st year of Master DD) required before starting at UCT Prague.

Degrees Awarded

Upon successful completion, you will be awarded two Master's degrees:

🇨🇿 UCT Prague:
Master of Science (MSc)
Biotechnology and Food Science
🇮🇹 University of Insubria:
Laurea Magistrale (LM)
Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology

Study Plan at UCT Prague

During your year in Prague, you will focus on these core modules and your final thesis. Please consult the program guarantor for specific elective choices.

Semester Required Modules ECTS
3rd Semester Bioengineering I 4
Risks in Biotechnologies 5
Isolation and Separation Methods 4
Biotechnology and Food Science Laboratory Project II 7
4th Semester Diploma Work 30
🧪 Elective Courses (min. 10 ECTS):
Choose 2 or 3 subjects: Biotechnology in Food Industry (5), Brewing Technology (5), Molecular Biology (3), Enzymology (4), or Genetic Engineering (3).

Contact Persons
Academic Guarantor
Study plans & organization
doc. Ing. Irena Jarošová, Ph.D.
Administration & Registration
Application process
Adéla Habartová