The learning outcomes are structured according to the categories of knowledge, skills, and general competence, reflecting the academic, research, and professional qualifications developed throughout the two-year programme.
Knowledge
Graduates will be able to:
- demonstrate advanced knowledge of the structure, properties, and functional performance of biomaterials used in dental and medical applications
- explain and critically discuss tissue biology, regenerative processes, and cell-material interactions in two- and three-dimensional systems
- evaluate scientific methodologies used in biomaterials research, tissue engineering and regenerative medicine
- analyse fabrication, characterisation, and testing strategies for biomaterials and medical devices
- assess immunological and molecular mechanisms underlying biocompatibility and adverse tissue responses
- interpret international regulatory frameworks and standards relevant to biomaterials and medical devices
- evaluate emerging technologies and innovations in biomaterials, regenerative medicine and related healthcare fields
Skills
Graduates will be able to:
- apply laboratory techniques relevant to biomaterials characterisation and biocompatibility assessment
- evaluate biomaterials and medical devices for preclinical and clinical applications.
- design, plan, and conduct independent research projects using appropriate qualitative and quantitative methods
- characterise and evaluate interactions between biomaterials and biological systems
- process, analyse, and interpret experimental data of relevant laboratory methods
- critically evaluate scientific literature and apply research findings to scientific and technological challenges
- identify, assess, and manage risks associated with laboratory-based research
General competence
Graduates will be able to:
- formulate research questions and hypotheses based on critical analysis of scientific literature
- communicate scientific concepts, methods, results, and conclusions effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences
- work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary research and innovation environments
- apply principles of research ethics, responsible conduct of research, and sustainability in biomedical research and innovation
- contribute to the development, evaluation, and translation of biomaterials and regenerative technologies for healthcare applications