Overview

By taking the Food Biotechnology degree program from University of Hohenheim, 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.

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:

During the first semester, you will acquire basic knowledge about the identification and extraction of enzymes and microorganisms in life science and related industries.

This includes a comprehensive introduction to food microbiology, enzyme analysis, and their methods and research strategies.

From the second semester, you plan your studies according to your individual interests and your desired specialization.

Whatever individual orientation you choose for your studies, it is certain that you will be steadily introduced to independent research from the second semester onwards.

The third semester can also be used for a stay abroad or an internship before you complete your studies in the fourth semester with the Master's thesis.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stuttgart, Germany

Disciplines

Biotechnology Microbiology Food Science View 32 other Masters in Biotechnology 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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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

Student insurance

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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/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1500 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

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

Semester fee: €186.70

Living costs for Stuttgart

900 - 1521 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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