Overview
You will be equipped with particular competence in the field of modern bio-molecular research. Life Science is an interdisciplinary study programme. In addition to the focus areas of classical biology and chemistry it includes the following areas: biochemistry, biophysics, bioinformatics, immunology, pharmacology and medicine.
Biology focus areas are: biochemistry, biochemical pharmacology, biophysics, molecular genetics, immunology, microbiology and cell biology. Chemistry focus areas are: biochemical and biophysical analytics, bioorganic chemistry, cellular chemistry, proteomics as well as carbohydrate, protein and nucleic acids chemistry.
Career prospects
As a graduate of the Life Science programme at the University of Konstanz, you will be prepared for a career in basic research within or outside the university context. A large variety of career possibilities open up in industry and the world of science.
Typical work areas include:
- Biotechnological or industrial research and production
- Basic research and applied research
- Quality control and patent offices
- Project management and marketing
- Environmental agencies or consulting companies
- Environmental protection
Master’s graduates who want to work in research and development will continue studying for a doctorate. Above-average students can take the Fast Track option with direct admission to doctoral studies, thus shortening the overall study period. You can take up doctoral studies in either chemistry or biology.
Programme Structure
- The courses of the Master's Programme in Life Science are research-oriented and in many cases you will participate in current research projects of the department.
- This way you will systematically be introduced to international research methods and the international research level in the areas of life science, i.e. the molecular-oriented areas of biology and the bioorganic or biomolecular-analytical oriented areas of chemistry.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Konstanz, Germany
Disciplines
Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Biochemistry Genetics View 42 other Masters in Biochemistry in GermanyWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- University (or Berufsakademie) degree in life science or a related subject with obvious links to life science. If you have not completed the bachelor's programme in Life Science, you have to document your good performance in the areas organic chemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology.
- Documentation of your English language skills (minimum level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). In justified exceptional cases, knowledge of English can be proven in an interview. The Standing Examination Board Life Science decides on exceptional cases.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
3000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1500 EUR per semester during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Konstanz
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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