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BSc Molecular Biotechnology (100% weighting) at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, Germany

Programme overview

The degree programme in Molecular Biotechnology offers students a modern, interdisciplinary education in which the primary areas of focus are substance research, bioinformatics, and biophysical chemistry.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering Sciences  |  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 first four semesters will be devoted to a broad-based fundamental education in the natural sciences, covering the areas of chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, and bioinformatics, as well as computer methodology and process technology. Students will work their way through a concentrated programme of study made up of lectures, seminars, and internships.

Career pathways

Within the Bachelor’s degree programme, particular emphasis is placed upon preparing graduates for potential careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

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Application information

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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