Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje · Skopje, North Macedonia
The Biochemistry and Physiology (Биохемија и физиологија) programme at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje (Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Природно-математички факултет)) is a MSc (Master of Science) program delivered in Macedonian over a duration of 1 year / 2 semesters (60 ECTS). This programme covers enzymology, metabolic pathways, molecular genetics, structural biology, and biochemical analysis techniques. Students investigate biological processes at the molecular level using chromatography and spectroscopy. Graduates work in biochemical research, pharmaceutical laboratories, and clinical diagnostics.
Key facts
No additional language certificate required for Macedonian speakers; international applicants must prove Macedonian proficiency (B1/B2 CEFR) per UKIM rules for foreign students (proof of active knowledge of a foreign language is among the standard application documents per the Konkurs).
Completed first-cycle (bachelor) degree of 240 ECTS (4-year) or 180 ECTS (3-year) in corresponding or related studies with the required ECTS differential as per UKIM Konkurs and the study-programme conditions; registration at www.upisi.ukim.mk and iKnow e-application; ranking by undergraduate GPA. Konkurs footnote 1 (Biology programmes): open to candidates who completed the first cycle with GPA above 8.00; candidates with GPA below 8.00 may enrol only if they have at least two (2) published peer-reviewed scientific papers in the field (decision by the Expert Council of the Institute of Biology); written consent of a prospective mentor required regarding the thesis topic.
Signed UKIM application form and internal application form generated by the iKnow system; original document for completed first-cycle studies (diploma or certificate) - for candidates who graduated abroad: nostrification decision issued by the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia; CV; proof of active knowledge of a foreign language; proof of paid administrative fee of 50.00 MKD (form PP-50, per Konkurs); recommendations from academic/scientific staff (if any); list of professional/scientific papers with one specimen copy (if any); documents for awards/recognition (if any); at enrolment: index and application forms, two photos (3.5x4.5 cm), proof of payment of programme-specific costs where applicable. Documents submitted at the Student Services Office of the chosen faculty.
2026-10-16
2026-10-16
| EU & Non-EU | Tuition | Living | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU & Non-EU | €2,000 | — | needs the fee |