Master CGT - From Bench to Bedside

From Bench to Bedside: Cell and Gene Therapies and Good Manufacturing Practices

Get familiarized with an innovative and groundbreaking topic

Invited worldwide class speakers

Cell and Gene Therapies: Theory and hands-on practice

WHY MSc Cell and Gene Therapies?

Innovative and groundbreaking topic

Cell and gene therapies (CGTs) are at the forefront of modern advancements in health and they are expected to transform the landscape of biological medications, providing hope to unmet medical needs. CGT therapies are constantly added to the product portfolios of big pharma and biotech businesses, while regulators expect to authorize 10 to 20 CGT products per year by 2025.

Prospects of industrial application

In a field where the number of cell and gene therapy developers has grown by 90% since 2012 and health professionals’ employment needs are growing exponentially, prospects of achieving a career path in leading companies in the field are very high.

Theory and practice

A unique experience to get involved in CGT hands – on activities under real GMP lab conditions. Through the combination of theory and practice, students get engaged in direct application of skills, theories, and procedures related to development of CGT therapies.

Invited Worldwide class speakers

An assembly of experts in the field of CGTs will be presenting the lectures of the course, providing the opportunity to to be taught by those who lead this groundbreaking field and to gain as much knowledge as possible from specialists who have already attained mastery in the fields.

Watch here the video of the Director of the Master Program explaining the importance of Cell and Gene Therapies

Key information

APPLICATION DEADLINE

September 07, 2022

Start date (2022/2023)

October 03, 2022

Duration of the course

2 semesters, 60 ECTS credits

LANGUAGE

English

TIMEPLAN

Worker friendly (evening/ WE classes)

LOCATION

Athens or Patras, web-based courses

TUITION FEES

4.000 € (exemptions and scholarships available)

This course is a bi-institutional programme of postgraduate studies of the School of Medicine of Patras and the Dept. of Biomedical Sciences of the University of West Attica.

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Legislation
This is a bi-institutional program of postgraduate studies of the School of Medicine of the University of Patras and the Department of Biomedical Sciences of the University of West Attica. You can find the Government Gazette and the Regulation of Studies here.

Goal
The “MSc Cell and Gene Therapies” aims to provide high-level postgraduate education in the field of Advanced Therapeutic Medicinal Products (ATMPs) and especially of Cell and Gene Therapies (CGT).

Target audience
Students with a bachelor degree in life sciences or equivalent interested in a role in the C and GT field in academic, clinical, industrial and regulatory settings. You may find the entry requirements and the selection process here.

Curriculum
This program covers all aspects of cell and gene therapy with the purpose to train graduate scientists of various expertise in the fields of production, distribution, clinical evaluation and clinical implementation of CGTs and study both the biological substrate of CGTs and the regulatory framework for their production and their application. The course includes also training in basic cell biology, lab techniques and statistics. You may find the modules and the course objectives here.

The Value Proposition
The master program will provide the students with a practical profession with high market demand. The high-level training of health and bio related scientists will empower their skills towards employability as executives in private or public sectors in the areas of Biotechnology and Health and scientists with medical direction will be trained in the fields of CGT clinical research, translation research and their application for treatment of incurable diseases. MSc graduates may proceed to PhD studies.

Teaching Methods
Face to face and on-line lectures and seminars, virtual reality training, individual and group assignments, practical training in GMP Labs of industrial partners (Theracell) or of the Institute of Cell Therapy “Dimitris Lois”, Univeristy of Patras.

Tutors
An international assembly of experts who lead this groundbreaking field of CGTs will be providing lectures and seminars. See the list of lecturers here.

Graduate Degree
MSc in «Cell and Gene Therapies: from bench to bedside and Good Manufacturing Practices» awarded from University of Patras and University of West Attica.

Important dates

Applications start 1st of June 2022
Applications End 12th of September 2022
Selection Interview 22nd of September 2022
Selection Announced 23rd of September 2022
Selection of scholarships and students with exemption of fees End of November
Submission of documents End of November
Deadline for 25% of the tuition fees End of November
Start of courses the 10th of October 2022

FAQ

How hard is to be selected for the MSc?

The MSc is highly competitive attracting international students. The maximum number of students is 30, therefore we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible. You may find the entry requirements and the selection process here

What is the duration of the course?

The duration of the course is two (2) academic semesters. The MSc includes 8 theoretical and 5 practical core courses. The total number of credits (E.C.T.S.) are 60, equally distributed between the first and the second semester. You may find the modules and the course objectives here

I am working full-time. Can I attend?

The time-plan is worker friendly. Theoretical courses will take place every Wednesday and Thursday 17:00-21:00. Lab courses will take place on 3 Saturdays 10:00-18:00 (12/02/2022, 19/03/2022 & 02/04/2022). Students must attend all modules.

What are the English language requirements?

Your academic English must be at a very good level. During the selection process you may be asked to demonstrate your English proficiency in understanding and speaking.

Should I write a Master’s thesis?

No Master’s thesis is required. In order to receive the Postgraduate Degree, students are required to attend all the courses, seminars, simulation exercises and successfully pass final assignments of every module. Assessment Methods vary according to module and include exams, practical coursework projects or group projects.

How should tuition fees be paid? Are there exemptions form tuition fees or scholarships?

The tuition fees correspond to the amount of 4,000 euros for the entire study (2 semesters), which will be paid in instalments as follows: 25% (i.e., 1,000 euros) of the tuition is deposited with the admission and the registration of the students (prior to the registration), 25% (i.e., 1,000 euros) at the beginning of the first semester and the remaining 50% (i.e., 2,000 euros) at the beginning of the second semester.

Are there exemptions from tuition fees or scholarships?

Exempted from tuition fees, are postgraduate students whose individual income and family disposable income, if they share the same, do not exceed independently, the individual 100%, and family 70% per week of the national median available equivalent income, according to the most recently published data of the Hellenic Statistical Authority. This exemption is provided for participation in a single Master’s Course. In any case, the exempted students cannot exceed thirty percent (30%) of the total number of students admitted. If the beneficiaries exceed 30%, they are selected starting from those who have the lowest income.

Are there any scholarships?

Scholarships or awards of excellence are provided to postgraduate students, according to a decision from the University Committee. The terms of the grant, the obligations and the rights of the fellows are determined by the committee’s decision. For the academic year 2022-2023 a “Dimitris Lois” scholarship (3.000 Euro) and award (1.000 Euro) for the best graduate will be provided from Choose Life charity

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