Upon completion of Cycle I of studies graduates will obtain the following competences:
General competences:

• acquiring knowledge of fundamental biological processes and phenomena
• application of the methods of study and analysis of biological processes and phenomena
• developing strategies for genetic resources conservation and protection
• acquiring knowledge of modern biotechnology methods and perspectives
• using biological databases and bioinformatics programs
• modeling various biological processes and proposing hypothetical models
• developing and planning various experiments in the laboratory and field

Molecular Biology specialty specific competencies:

• applying modern research methods to solving practical problems
• development and implementation of strategies for the evaluation of research activity
• using various forms and techniques for the evaluation of professional activity
• applying the results obtained in research design
• identifying and explaining the emergence of various biological phenomena
• applying legislation on biosafety in laboratory activities

Biology specialty specific competencies:

• development and implementation of strategies for the evaluation of research activity in the field
• applying the results obtained in research design
• identifying and explaining various biological phenomena
• applying modern research methods to solving practical problems
• modeling biological processes and proposing hypothetical models
• developing and planning experiments in the laboratory and field
• applying legislation on biosafety during laboratory activities
• identifying issues related to plant and animal biodiversity and proposing conservation solutions

Upon completion of Cycle II studies graduates will obtain the following competences:

General competences:

• performance self-assessment in the field of Biology and Molecular Biology
• conducting experimental activities for the promotion and transfer of obtained results to various sectors  
• application of information technologies in molecular research
• evaluation of obtained knowledge for application in problem solving
• application of information technologies in research at population level
• analyzing and comparing the results with existing data in different databases

Master’s in Molecular Biology program specific competences:

• identifying the main directions for the evaluation and development of Molecular Biology as a science
• justifying the use of a certain methodology in the study of Molecular Biology
• practical application of innovations in the field
• establishing interdisciplinary study priorities in scientific research  
• proposal/realization of research projects, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy

Master’s in Biology program specific competences:

• identifying the main directions for the evaluation and development of Biology as a science
• justifying the use of a certain methodology in the study of Biology
• research, design, and implementation of biology projects providing social solutions
• establishing interdisciplinary study priorities in scientific research 
• identifying methods in accordance with research objectives
• adapting scientific achievements from other areas to biological investigations
• practical application of innovations in the field of biology
• interpretation of biological concepts for the realization of personal works
• use of modern technologies in professional collaboration