BSc Biochemistry at University of Göttingen

The Bachelor's degree programme links established basic knowledge with biochemical issues in the field. Further studies are possible in the subjects: Biochemistry, Bioorganic Chemistry, Bioanorganic Chemistry, Molecular Genetics, Cell Biology, Biomolecular Chemistry, Bioanalysis and Biophysical Chemistry, Microbiology, Bioinformatics. Graduates are sought for research and laboratory work.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology and Psychology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester only  |  Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

The orientation year consists of five orientation modules and four compulsory modules, which are made up of the following lectures and practical courses: “Introduction to Biochemistry”, ‘Experimental Chemistry I+II’, ‘Laboratory Practicals for Inorganic and Organic Chemistry’ and the compulsory modules ‘Mathematics for Chemists I + II’, and ‘Experimental Physics I+II’.

Career pathways

Scientific research and laboratory work mainly in biochemistry, molecular biology and molecular medicine at universities, public authorities, public research institutes and private enterprises in the medical, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The field of activity is diversified, ranging from product development, production, quality management and project management to consulting and marketing.

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