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MSc Molecular Life Sciences: Microbiology, Biotechnology and Biochemistry at University of Göttingen

University of Göttingen, Germany

Programme overview

The international programme provides research-oriented, interdisciplinary training in microbiology, genetics, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry and structural biology on the highest levels. The innovative framework ensures rapid progress from intensive course training to participation in research projects. Our graduates are specifically qualified for subsequent PhD programmes of the Faculty of Biology and Psychology and a career in life sciences.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology and Psychology  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

The research-oriented Master’s programme typically follows a Bachelor’s programme in Biology or Biosciences. Fundamental knowledge of the subject and its methods are first conveyed in core and later in advanced modules.

Career pathways

Our graduates are specifically qualified for subsequent PhD programmes of the Faculty of Biology and Psychology and a career in life sciences.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: Restricted (Application to the faculty). Application deadlines: 1 January to 15 February for applicants who are not EU citizens and do not hold an EU bachelor's degree (start of studies in October). 1 April to 15 May for applicants who are EU citizens or hold an EU bachelor's degree (start of studies in October). Requirements: a Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS or at least 3 years of full time studies) in Biology or a related field with proof of. at least 65 ECTS in Biology and at least 25 ECTS in Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Informatics, OR. at least 60 ECTS in Biology and at least 30 ECTS in Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Informatics. Application is also possible for students who passed at least 5/6 of their Bachelor (equivalent to at least 150 of 180 ECTS). Language requirements: Proficiency in English level C1 (according to CEFR), if English it not your first language (accepted certificates). Previous Education B.Sc. Degree or equivalent. at least 150 ECTS at the time of application. Eligibility: at least 125 ECTS in the field of life sciences thereof at least 75 ECTS (about 1800 hours) in Biology/Biochemistry.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/46792.html

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