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BSc Biochemistry (100% weighting) at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, Germany

Programme overview

Biochemistry investigates and describes the molecular structures and chemical processes occurring in living organisms at all levels of organisation. This endeavour is predicated on the perspectives, insights and methods of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and of molecular biology. Biochemistry therefore has a critical impact on the foundational research conducted in many areas of bioscience (including applied disciplines) and plays an increasingly decisive role in initiating basic research projects in the field of chemistry.

Faculty: Faculty of Biosciences  |  Department: Subject Biochemistry - Website of the department  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester only  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The Bachelor’s degree programme in Biochemistry is interdisciplinary. The curriculum is organised into modules consisting of classes (lectures, seminars, practical classes, lab practicals) which consider specific topics for predefined periods of time.

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Entry requirements

Admission route: Subjects with admission restriction in the scope of the dialogue-oriented services procedure. Language of instruction: German.

Intake: Winter semester only

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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