33 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Molecular Systems Science and Engineering at Heidelberg University aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to explore the complexities of molecular systems through the lenses of Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science and the Molecular Life Sciences.

The Translational Medical Research programme from Heidelberg University focuses on the transfer of knowledge derived from basic molecular and cellular research into new approaches for the diagnosis and therapy of disease, and on the translation of unmet clinical needs into basic research questions that can be addressed through experimentation. 

The English Studies programme from Heidelberg University is dedicated to the investigation of the English language, literature and culture in their various present-day forms and in their historical development.

The degree programme in Molecular Biotechnology from Heidelberg University offers students a modern, interdisciplinary education in which the primary areas of focus are substance research, bioinformatics, and biophysical chemistry.

The degree programme in Medical Education from Heidelberg University aims to professionalize the teaching offered as part of medical degree programmes. 

The M.Sc. programme in Biomedical Engineering from Heidelberg University is an interdisciplinary programme open to graduates of a relevant Bachelor’s degree programme. It provides students with a broad background in physics, computing, and mathematics. 

The objective of the International Law programme from Heidelberg University, with its emphasis on investments, trade, and arbitration, is to provide students with a  comprehensive understanding of the current status and prospective trends in the field of international law in an era of world-wide interdependence.

The Economics - Master of Education from Heidelberg University is designed to prepare students to become teachers of economics as a school subject in German secondary schools (Gymnasium). 

The broad and comprehensive education obtained by graduates of the Physics degree programme from Heidelberg University leads to a high demand for their skills in a  wide variety of areas. Potential career options range from research and development at universities, research institutions, and in industry to positions in IT and communications firms or in management consultancy.

The Master’s degree programme in Biochemistry at Heidelberg University considers the theoretical and practical foundations of modern biochemical research, thereby equipping students with the knowledge and skills they require to work independently in a research context.

Students of the degree programme in Political Science at Heidelberg University primarily study the organisation and functioning of political institutions, the agencies and processes operating between state and society, the complexion of governance as a function of state policy, and international relations.

Students of the Translation, Communication, Language Technology programme at Heidelberg University study the theory and practice of the written transmission of factual and specialist texts into another language. In addition, they learn about theories and strategies of multilingual communication and cultural mediation and acquire skills in the area of innovative language technologies.

Students of Data and Computer Science programme from Heidelberg University focus on the planning, modelling, design and implementation of complex software and hardware systems and processes.