Overview

The Biophysics program offered by Johannes Kepler University Linz is also open to graduates of Bachelor’s degree programs in Physics, Biology, and Molecular BioSciences. The classes are tailored to your undergraduate studies, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of membrane transport, cell mechanics, and protein translation, translocation, and folding. There is a strong focus on approaches to quantitative description by means of physical laws. The degree program is complemented by programs in theoretical biophysics, biochemistry, computer simulation, nanobiotechnology, microscopy, spectroscopy, and single-molecule genetics.

Your Benefits

Hone skills to solve problems using biophysical methods

Addressing cutting-edge research topics

Outstanding faculty-student ratio.

Job opportunities

The interdisciplinary nature of the program and the wide-ranging field of studies mean that graduates are highly sought after and can pursue a variety of careers after graduation, including:

Research, development, and sales departments for equipment providers in the fields of microscopy, spectroscopy, and lab analytics

Biotechnology

Pharmacological research departments, monitoring, and pharmaceutical sales

Laboratories

Radiotherapy departments at medical institutions

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Biophysics

General Electives

Autonomous Coursework

Master's Thesis

Electives relating to the Master's Thesis

Final Examination

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-04-30 00:00:00
Starting 2024-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English, German

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Biochemistry Genetics View 12 other Masters in Physics in Austria

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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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Other requirements

General requirements

BA Technical Physics (JKU) or an undergraduate degree program equivalent in content and scope.

Tuition Fee

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International

726 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 363 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.

€726.72 for third-country nationals

Living costs for Linz

864 - 1089 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biophysics.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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