Molecular Biotechnology University of Marburg

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Focus

Comprehensive education and training in the latest techniques and applications of molecular biotechnology, Gene Editing, DNA Technology, Protein Engineering, Synthetic Biology

Target group

Graduates with proof of completion of a professionally relevant Bachelor's degree course in life sciences or with proof of a comparable domestic or foreign, professionally qualifying certificate of academic degree. The professionally qualifying Bachelor's degree or comparable domestic or foreign certificate of academic degree must have provided qualifications in biological disciplines. It must demonstrate at least 30 credit points (CP) in subjects that are reflected in the subject spectrum of the basic, advanced and in-depth modules of the Bachelor's degree course in Biology at the Philipps University of Marburg. In addition, at least 12 credit points in the associated subjects of Mathematics and Physics, which impart methodological competence, must be demonstrated in the completed degree programme.

Annotation

The Master's degree in Molecular Biotechnology provides you with comprehensive training in the latest techniques and applications of molecular biotechnology and prepares you for a career in the research, development and commercialisation of biotech products. You will learn from experts in this field and gain practical experience in state-of-the-art laboratories and research institutions. The highly research-oriented curriculum covers everything from gene editing and DNA technology to protein engineering and synthetic biology. This will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing our society today in the areas of climate change, healthcare, nutrition and energy. Our degree programme offers you numerous opportunities for practical research, including cooperations with industrial partners and internships at leading biotech companies. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of the ethical and regulatory issues surrounding biotechnology, as well as the practical skills required to be successful in this rapidly evolving field.

Admission modus

Selection procedure / qualifying examination

Admission requirements (Link)

Admission requirements

https://www.uni-marburg.de/de/studium/studienangebot/master/m-molecular-biotechnology

Fees

Currently, the German federal state of Hesse does not charge tuition fees.

Main language

English