Overview

The aim of the Molecular Biotechnology course at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is to train research biotechnologists who have solid specialist knowledge and skills in the field of biochemistry and physiology. We understand the term "biotechnology" to focus on the identification, further development, utilization and application of processes and components in/from microorganisms (prokaryotes and fungi).

Right from the start, there is always an intensive reference to pharmaceutically active substances and to the identification and development of new drugs and biological control agents for crop protection.

The course thus lays the foundations for later interdisciplinary work in a research-oriented environment. It is therefore of interest to people who have a broad interest in chemical, biological and biotechnological issues and see their strengths in the life sciences.

The course is explicitly not designed to train biotechnologically oriented process engineers or mechanical engineers.

Professional Fields

In the Molecular Biotechnology Master's course, graduates have acquired basic knowledge and skills in the fields of biochemistry, microbiology and biotechnology, among other things. Furthermore, the basics of molecular biotechnological research were taught.

Graduates of the Master's degree in Molecular Biotechnology have in-depth knowledge that enables them to start their careers at an intermediate career level. Anyone who wants to get to a higher career level usually completes a doctorate. PhD degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry
Microbiology

Laboratory Science

Research
Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mainz, Germany

Disciplines

Microbiology Molecular Sciences Biochemistry View 43 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in Germany

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of a bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry or biotechnology with at least a good grade (2.5) or a degree from a university in Germany or abroad that does not differ significantly.
In addition, at least the specified credit points or comparable achievements must have been acquired in the following subjects:
Mathematics and Statistics: 12 CP,
Physics: 6 CP
Chemistry (without biochemistry): 9 CP,
Biochemistry: 12 CP
cell biology/microbiology/physiology: 12 CP,
practical exercises/internships: 30 CP
and a written bachelor thesis.
Another admission requirement for the master's degree in "Biotechnology" is proof of the required language skills in English at least at level B2
No knowledge of German is required for the Master's degree in Molecular Biotechnology.

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Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

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

Free

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Living costs for Mainz

710 - 1230 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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