MSc Biotechnology at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg

Programme overview

The international English-taught Master of Science in Biotechnology offers post-bachelor specialisation in cell biology, microbiology, bioanalytics and laboratory diagnostics, with an exceptionally high proportion of practical training. It can run for 3 or 4 semesters depending on prior credits. It is taught at Campus Senftenberg. Location: Campus Senftenberg.

Duration: 3 or 4 semesters (1.5 or 2 years) | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter and summer semester | Location: Cottbus, Brandenburg, Germany

What you will study

Specialised training in cell biology, microbiology, bioanalytics and laboratory diagnostics, with small project groups carrying out, documenting and presenting scientific experiments.

Career pathways

Managerial roles in international research institutes or the life-sciences industry (biotechnology, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries), production and quality management, commercial laboratories and regulatory authorities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree in the subject area, or equivalent with 210 ECTS (3-semester Master, start only in the summer semester) or 180 ECTS (4-semester Master, start only in the winter semester); at least 70 ECTS (or 60 SWS) in biological, biomedical, biochemical or biophysical subjects; proof of at least 18 weeks of practical laboratory work; and a certificate of English proficiency. Admission is restricted (zulassungsbeschränkt).

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 3 or 4 semesters (1.5 or 2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.b-tu.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung-immatrikulation/master-studiengaenge

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