Within the courses we emphasize the development of bibliographic research capacity, use of databases (both collection and analysis) use of bioinformatics programs as well as the understanding, discussion and presentation of scientific texts and articles. Laboratory work within the courses, and especially the development of the thesis project (design, implementation, analysis of results) and writing the final report are essential steps to better develop and render autonomous the capabilities for critical evaluation of experimental data and their interpretation.
The graduate acquires, through the instruments mentioned above, the ability to integrate knowledge learned in different areas, to apply them to new situations and issues and to formulate interdisciplinary and independent judgments in relation to the design, conduct and outcomes of research projects, the use of instrumentation and interaction with technical personnel, as well as in relation to social and ethical issues related to biotechnology.
In particular, the graduate Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology:
- Will know how to choose the experimental procedures and instrumental techniques most appropriate for the production, isolation and determination of the structural and functional biomolecules of interest;
- Will be able to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and environmental impact in the design, planning and implementation processes for the production of biotech derived products;
- Will be able to analyse problems and choose the most effective methodological approaches to the optimal resolution of the same in the context of biotechnology research, in particular during the thesis phase.
The verification of acquisition of independence of judgment is made at several points along the course work and exams, as well as at the end of the training during the experience of experimental activity the presentation and discussion of the thesis.

The graduates acquire the ability to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions related to the diverse and multidisciplinary areas of biotechnology (from the pharmaceutical and green chemical to the agro-alimentary and zootechnical, from environmental decontamination to the use of renewable energies) to specialists and non-specialists. This will come about during reports on seminars, through the presentation of scientific articles (Journal Club) and progress reports to explain, discuss and transfer developments in the course of the thesis. English courses and scientific communications in English provide an essential tool to enable graduates of Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology to communicate internationally. The study trips and meetings with experts allow students during their training to confront different problems. Orientation activities organized by the Course Council, such as participation in conferences and biotechnology industry associations will provide real opportunities for student interaction with the scientific, regulatory and production in different areas of biotechnology. The laboratory activities necessary for the preparation of the final report includes the ability to interact with staff and technical personnel, with different skills and training.

Graduates in Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology will be able to study and constant update their knowledge at the scientific and professional level even after obtaining the Master's Degree. Examples include the consultation of specialized databases, the learning of innovative technologies, the acquisition of advanced tools for a permanent updating. Graduate students will possess the habit of remaining updated about regulations, economic and ethical issues. The learning skills of graduate students will also allow them to access to additional levels of education (master, PhD programs) and to develop and organize individual self-learning and permanent professional training in the different sectors that require biotechnological approaches. The acquired knowledge will provide the ability to solve problems in a wider multidisciplinary context.
The learning outcomes of the student will be assessed by final exams and/or by the production of reports about that the knowledge and experimental activity and enriched by bibliographic references, database searches and group discussions (e.g., between students and/or with experts from various biotechnological sectors and/or from other economic areas). Interviews will be organized, in collaboration with the University Placement office, with experts from outside the University, to evaluate the ability of the students in problem solving using a multidisciplinary approach. The final the tool to evaluate of the learning outcomes of the students will be the ability in the analysis, reporting, presenting, and discussing the project developed during the final thesis stage.