Overview

Key facts

The research-oriented Master of Science program in Molecular and Cellular Biology is conducted entirely in English at Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich and is designed for highly motivated students with a strong interest in understanding molecular mechanisms at the sub-cellular level. The program offers a cutting-edge education in a modern research environment, covering a broad range of core subjects such as Cell Biology and Microbiology.

Building upon a bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field, the program allows students to deepen their expertise through a diverse selection of specialized modules. Its flexible structure enables students to tailor their studies according to their individual interests and to organize their coursework with a high degree of autonomy.

The primary goal of the program is to provide a solid foundation in classical research training. In addition, it emphasizes the development of essential transferable skills, including teamwork, communication, organizational and mediation abilities, as well as intercultural competence.

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are well-prepared to pursue an individual doctoral research project or enroll in one of the Faculty of Biology’s graduate schools to continue their academic career.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology
Genetics
Human Biology
Microbiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00

Language

English

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72

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5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

München, Germany

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology Genetics View 69 other Masters in Biology in Germany

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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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100

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72

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Other requirements

General requirements

You have successfully completed a bachelor's degree with a total of at least 180 ECTS credits in biology or a related subject, e.g. bioinformatics, (bio)chemistry, (bio)physics, biotechnology.

You have a transcript of records from your bachelor’s program with a grade point average. If you are currently a bachelor student, you should submit a transcript of records with an ECTS credits level of at least 120 ECTS credits and a preliminary grade point average.

You have proof of your proficiency in English.
Transcript of records from the bachelor’s program, which includes all completed courses and obtained grades

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Each semester all students must pay the fees for the Munich Student Union. The fees consist of the basic fee and the additional fee for the semester ticket.

Living costs

München

Germany

1078 - 1689 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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