Overview

Microbiology and Infection Biology from University of Tübingen is a two years program with a total 120 ECTS credits. All modules except for the Elective Modules and the courses of the Interdisciplinary Module are graded and will contributed to the overall grade of the Master´s degree.

Quick Facts:

The first year will euqip you with broad foundation in microbiology and you will learn state-of-the-art molecular biology and biochemistry methods and bioinformatics. In addition, you can sharpen your profile by freely choosing modules from different research areas.
In the second year, experimental work in our laboratories is planned, as well as training in scientific communication.
You may choose to spend some time abroad as part of any study program. You should start planning it 12 to 18 months before your departure

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology
Genomics and Gene Expression
Protein Structure & Cellular Metabolism
Bacterial Physiology, Growth, and Control
Human Microbiota & Symbionts
Infection Biology and Antimicrobial Therapy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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79

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tübingen, Germany

Disciplines

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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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79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor´s degree in biology or comparable subject with a minimum grade of 2.50
A ranking list will be drawn up among the participants. The maximum score to be achieved is 57 points. This is calculated as follows:
up to 30 points for bachelor grade or average grade achieved so far
up to 20 points for a written admission test
up to 5 points for special achievements
2 points for the quality of the completed program
We will offer a total of 25 places to the highest scoring applicants per year.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Students from EU and EC countries only have to pay the semester fee. Semester fees: 199,80 euros per semester.

Living costs

Tübingen

Germany

630 - 1000 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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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Tübingen

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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