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MSc Infection Biology at University of Lübeck

University of Lübeck, Germany

Programme overview

An international master taught entirely in English that prepares for research on human and animal pathogens, based on pathogen-host interaction. German language skills are not required.

Faculty: Natural Sciences  |  Department: Infection Biology  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (applications 1 May to 15 July; non-EU applicants via uni-assist 15 February to 1 April)  |  Location: Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

What you will study

Lectures, seminars and practicals on microbiology, immunology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysics, the clinical presentation (pathogenesis, diagnosis, therapy, prevention) and epidemiology of infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi.

Career pathways

Graduates can work in basic research, clinical and pharmaceutical research and development, teaching, diagnostics, epidemiology and health policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree in life sciences, biology or a comparable programme with an overall grade of 2.7 or better; a medical or veterinary degree is accepted only with the second state examination or equivalent. Non-EU applicants apply via uni-assist.

Intake: Winter semester (applications 1 May to 15 July; non-EU applicants via uni-assist 15 February to 1 Ap

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS

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