Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (M.Sc.) at University of Bayreuth

Programme overview

Highly research- and future-oriented programme in which students learn and apply current methods of molecular biological and biochemical research and acquire core skills in planning research projects and communicating results.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Chemistry and Earth Sciences | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Winter and summer semester | Location: Bayreuth, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

Competencies range from biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology and cell biology to biotechnology. The programme is assembled flexibly from more than 40 modules: 15 in biochemistry, 18 in molecular biology and 8 interdisciplinary.

Career pathways

Qualifies for demanding positions in molecular biological and biochemical research at universities, research institutes, clinics and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries; a doctorate opens leadership positions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry requires a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or Biology (specialisation in molecular and cell biology) from the University of Bayreuth or an equivalent degree. Admission with at least grade 'good' (2.5) in the qualifying bachelor's degree; if the grade requirement is not met an aptitude procedure (assessment of qualifications and possibly an interview) is held. Application is possible before the bachelor's certificate; admission with conditions of up to 20 credits is possible. Application before the certificate needs at least 150 credits with grade 2.5 or better. German B2 and English B2 required.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://forms.uni-bayreuth.de/formcycle/form/provide/7804/?lang=en

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