Master in Bioeconomy in the Circular Economy (BIOCIRCE)

The Master in Bioeconomy in the Circular Economy, known by the acronym BIOCIRCE, is a second-level programme of the University of Naples Federico II, organised by the Department of Chemical Sciences. It trains highly specialised professionals in the bioeconomy applied to the circular economy, able to contribute to the transition towards ecological production models, in which renewable biological resources progressively replace fossil ones and waste becomes a resource. The bioeconomy includes activities that use biological resources, such as biomass and agricultural and industrial waste, to produce materials, chemicals and energy. Linked to the circular economy, it aims to reduce waste and dependence on fossil fuels, and requires knowledge of chemistry, processes and impact assessment.

The topics addressed include sustainable resource management, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and innovation in production models. The methodology combines lectures, practical activities and laboratories. The master lasts one academic year, is worth 60 credits and takes place in person in Naples, with compulsory attendance of at least 75% of the hours. The page does not specify the language of teaching, despite the English title, and does not describe internships. The methodology of lectures, practical activities and laboratories makes it possible to see processes in operation, and the Department of Chemical Sciences is a suitable setting for these topics. The requirement to attend at least 75% of the hours indicates that participation in the classroom and in the laboratory is considered an essential part of the programme, and must therefore be planned for.

The aim is to prepare figures for the chemical-environmental sectors and for public and private companies, with roles such as sustainability analyst, circular economy expert and sustainability manager. The master is aimed at master's graduates interested in the bioeconomy and sustainability. The cost is €1,000. The page does not give the start date, selection, places or scholarships, information to be requested from the university before applying. The cost of €1,000 is low compared with many second-level masters. The career opportunities include public and private companies in the chemical and environmental sectors, with sustainability-related roles. The page does not state the language, selection, places and dates: the official call for applications must be consulted to understand when and how to apply. Before applying it is advisable to compare this information with that published on the university's official website, which may be more up to date than the page. It is also advisable to contact the department's teaching office to clarify any doubts about attendance, lesson calendar, assessment methods and organisation of the final exam.