Key features of the Bachelor’s in “Biology for One-Health”
The Bachelor’s in “Biology for One-Health” is taught in English and explores specific aspects with particular reference to human health, the conservation, protection, and restoration of ecosystems, and the main investigative techniques in the field. In addition, the Bachelor’s in “Biology for One-Health” aims to train biologists who have knowledge of the basic concepts and main advanced methods of analysis and investigation useful for ensuring a holistic approach to countering health threats. Students will acquire preparatory skills to understand biological disciplines, as well as biomathematics, physics, and statistics, with the aid of experimental laboratory experiences that will introduce students to the most modern methods of analysis. The courses are annual and the program includes 17 core courses and 2 activities chosen by the students (12 credits), an internship, and an experimental thesis dedicated to the knowledge and in-depth study of experimental methods and data processing, taking into consideration case studies with a One-Health approach. One of the main career opportunities for graduates with a Bachelor’s in “Biology for One-Health” is to continue their studies in English-language master’s degree programs, of which there are about 30 nationwide, representing a highly attractive option for a bachelor’s degree in English, which is the first step in university education. Graduates in “Biology for One-Health” are eligible to take the state exam for enrolment in the Junior Section of the Professional Register of Biologists.
Study Plan
| Year I | |||
| Title Teaching | SSD | Credits | Hours |
| Biomathematics | MATH03/A – MATH03/B | 6 | 48 |
| Cell and tissue biology (with laboratory) | BIOS-04/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Zoology for One Health (with laboratory) | BIOS-03/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Organic chemistry and principles of chemical biology (with laboratory) | CHEM-05/A | 10 + 2 | 80 + 16 |
| Plant Biology (with laboratory) | BIOS-01/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Year II | |||
| Physics and elements of Statistics | PHYS06/A | 6 | 48 |
| Natural and man-made habitats (with laboratory) | BIOS-05/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Microbiology and global health (with laboratory) | BIOS-15/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Physiology of health and well-being (with laboratory) | BIOS-06/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Basic and environmental biochemistry (with laboratory) | BIOS-07/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| One health molecular foundations (with laboratory) | BIOS-08/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Year III | |||
| Genetics and genomics for one-health (with laboratory) | BIOS-14/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Human pathology (with laboratory) | MEDS-02/A | 5 + 1 | 40 + 8 |
| General and applied hygiene (with laboratory) | MEDS-24/B | 5 + 1 | 40 + 8 |
| Physiology of crops and food improvement (with laboratory) | BIOS-02/A | 8 + 2 | 64 + 16 |
| Diseases dynamics and models in a changing world (with laboratory) | MVET-02/A | 6+2 | 48 + 16 |
| Topics in one-health and case studies (with laboratory) | BIOS-05/A | 6 | 48 |
| At the student’s choice activity | 12 | 96 | |
| Further knowledge useful for job placement/ further linguistic knowledge * | 8 | 200 | |
| Thesis Activity | 10 | 250 | |
* For foreign students 4 credits: further linguistic knowledge
Eligibility and Admission Guidelines
The Bachelor’s in “Biology for One-Health” is taught in English and is open to non-EU, EU and Italian students.
Non-EU candidates need to pass the pre-enrolment phase that takes place online and culminates in receiving a pre-acceptance letter, required to obtain the entry visa for studying in Italy at the Italian Embassy/Consulate of the student’s Nation. Holding a visa is a prerequisite for enrolment. Non-EU candidates must apply through the Universitaly website (www.universitaly.it).
Enrolment (for non-EU candidates)
Requirements:
- At least 12 years of pre-university education (high school diploma)
- At least B2 level of the certificate of English language proficiency
- Positive evaluation of the interview after registration on Universitaly
- CEnT (CISIA English Test)
Enrolment (for EU and Italian candidates)
Requirements:
- At least 12 years of pre-university education (high school diploma)
- At least B2 level of the certificate of English language proficiency
- CEnT (CISIA English Test)
For full details, please visit the website:
https://www.dipartimentodibiologia.unina.it/corsi-di-laurea/biology-for-one-health/
or write an email