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MSc Microbiology at University of Oldenburg

University of Oldenburg, Germany

Programme overview

International, English-taught, research-oriented master at the Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM) that trains highly qualified microbiologists.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics and Science  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (English-taught)  |  Intake: Winter semester (October)  |  Location: Oldenburg, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

Semesters 1 and 2 include two theory modules, Microbial Physiology and Diversity (12 CP) and Molecular Mechanisms and Interactions (12 CP), accompanied by lectures, colloquia, excursions and laboratory modules.

Career pathways

Graduates can work in microbial ecology, environmental protection, molecular biology, biotechnology, food microbiology and quality management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biology or a closely related natural science with at least 90 CP in botany, zoology, microbiology, genetics, chemistry, biochemistry and mathematics; independent scientific work of 15 CP (bachelor thesis or comparable project). English proficiency at CEFR C1 No admission restriction.

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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