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The Butantan Institute Opened Applications for a Free Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses, Aimed at Graduates in Biological and Related Areas, Scheduled to Start in 2026. The Course Combines In-Person Teaching, Applied Research, and Interaction with the Productive Sector.
The Butantan Institute has opened applications for the free professional master’s degree in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses, set to begin in the first semester of 2026.
This opportunity is targeted at professionals with a degree in biomedical, biological, pharmaceutical or related fields, obtained from a program recognized by the MEC.
Selection Process Schedule
The selection process is scheduled to take place from March 2 to 6, 2026, and the final result is expected to be published on March 10.
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Candidates may submit appeals on March 10 and 11, with analysis scheduled for March 13.
The enrollment period is from March 10 to 18, and classes are scheduled to commence on March 13, 2026, according to the published schedule.
Advisors and Selection Format
After submitting their application and document review, each candidate will receive the indication of an advisor by December 15, 2025.
The project to be presented at the defense must be developed jointly by the candidate and the advisor, within an approximate timeframe of 60 days.
The evaluation will consider the oral presentation of the project and the candidate’s curriculum.
The final grade results from the simple average of these two stages.
According to the announcement, the evaluation boards may occur in person or virtually, as decided by the organizing committee.
Course Structure and Workload
The program has a maximum duration of 36 months, with activities that combine in-person classes and synchronous virtual meetings.
There are no fully remote courses.
Classes occur every two weeks, on Fridays (from 6 PM to 10 PM) and Saturdays (from 9 AM to 6 PM), according to the academic calendar.
The curriculum structure provides for 24 credits in subjects and complementary activities and 64 credits dedicated to the preparation of the dissertation.
Each credit equals 15 hours of activities.
Practical Application and Biotechnology Focus
According to information from the Butantan Institute, the professional master’s degree requires that the project has biotechnological application and a connection with real demands from the productive sector.
Projects may be developed at the technological park of the Institute or, with justification, on the premises of the student’s home company.
The institutional objective is to promote the transfer of scientific knowledge to productive contexts, within areas of public interest and technological innovation.
Free Course with No Fee Charges
The course is free, with no charges for application fees, tuition, or annual fees.
The announcement does not provide for the granting of scholarships, and costs for travel and educational materials are the responsibility of the students.
English Proficiency Requirement
To finalize enrollment, the accepted candidates must prove proficiency in English by the date of the Qualification Exam.
The Butantan Institute suggests the possibility of taking the test at the Language Center of FFLCH/USP, in the areas of Biological or Biomedical Sciences, or presenting a certificate from another institution, subject to the committee’s evaluation.
Candidate Profile and Evaluation Criteria
According to the program’s guidelines, the expected candidate profile includes knowledge in the project area, scientific reasoning, clarity in defining objectives, and mastery of content during the oral presentation.
The project presentation should have a maximum duration of 20 minutes and may include the use of slides.
The evaluation boards consist of three faculty members from the program, according to internal criteria.
Inquiries and Official Information
The Institute recommends that interested parties periodically consult the announcement and other official communications to keep abreast of updates.
The complete document, with annexes, forms, guidelines for partner companies, and detailed calendar, is available on the institutional channels of the graduate program.
With applications open and the schedule set, the professional master’s degree in Biotechnology and Bioprocesses at the Butantan Institute represents an advanced training opportunity focused on the practical application of science and integration with the productive sector.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted exclusively via the email mpbio@butantan.gov.br, between October 8 and December 5, 2025, according to the official announcement.
The candidate needs to send the required documentation, including the application form, personal documents, diploma or certificate of degree completion, and current Curriculum Lattes in PDF format.
The summary of the company’s demand related to the project and the declaration of awareness from the employer institution are also required for candidates in the professional format.
The institution emphasizes that submitting the application entails acceptance of all conditions of the selection process. Link for more information.
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