Overview
Key facts
You will learn biochemical methodological knowledge to purify and characterize enzymes, enzyme kinetics, immobilization of enzymes, and the expression and mutagenesis of recombinant enzymes. In addition, you will develop microbiological expertise in handling pathogens in food production.
Reasons to Choose Hohenheim
- Small Food Biotechnology degree program at the University of Hohenheim with excellent student-faculty ratio
- Links between research and teaching
- Modern labs with cutting-edge technology
- Technical test facilities with pilot plants for research and teaching offer the chance to develop and test new production processes
- Possibility to include modules in the related disciplines Biology and Nutritional Science
Career fields
Research and development, project management, quality assurance in the industrial sector, specifically in:
- white biotechnology
- the food sector
- the cosmetics industry
- the chemical industry
- the pharmaceutical sector
- the production division of starter cultures manufacturers and enzyme producers
- research facilities of federal and state governments
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Flavor Chemistry
- Dairy Science and Technology
- Advanced Process Engineering Techniques for Cereal Processing
- Cellular Microbiology
- Soft Matter Science
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biotechnology Microbiology Food Sciences View 28 other Masters in Biotechnology in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in natural or engineering sciences (180 ECTS credits)
- Interest in Biochemistry, Biology, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology
- Enjoyment of experimental work
- Interest in research and development of food production processes
- Interest in the use of microorganisms and enzymes in food production and quality assurance
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 Stuttgart
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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