Plovdiv University 'Paisii Hilendarski' · Plovdiv, Bulgaria
The Master in Microbiology and Microbiological Control programme at Plovdiv University 'Paisii Hilendarski' (Faculty of Biology) is a Master's Degree program delivered in Bulgarian over a duration of 1 year / 2 semesters (1.5 years / 90 ECTS or 2 years / 120 ECTS for some programmes) (60 ECTS). This Master programme in Microbiology covers medical microbiology, environmental microbiology, microbial genetics, and industrial fermentation. Students study bacteria, viruses, and fungi using advanced culturing and molecular methods. Graduates work in clinical diagnostic labs, pharmaceutical biotech, and food safety testing.
Key facts
Bulgarian proficiency (certificate issued by a Bulgarian HEI or completion of a Bulgarian language preparatory course). English-taught variants require certified English proficiency.
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent). Foreign diplomas must be legalised, translated into Bulgarian and recognised per the Higher Education Act; 3-year BA holders may apply to 120-ECTS (2-year) programmes in the same professional field.
Application to the Rector (standard form); original and copy of higher-education diploma (or certificate of graduation); paid application fee EUR 25; identity document at enrolment; 3 photos 3.5/4.5 cm; Bulgarian language certificate for foreign citizens studying in Bulgarian.
2026-10-02
2026-10-02
| Tuition | Living | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU/EEA | Fee not published | — | needs the fee |
| Non-EU | €2,500 | — | needs the fee |