Physics of Life University of Basel

Overview

If you enjoy theoretical or experimental research in the life sciences, including biophysics, and if you have completed a Bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or computer science, join the Physics of Life degree at the University of Basel.

The MSc Physics of Life is a 3-semester (90 CP) course, where 60 CP are obtained through individual research projects and 30 CP are obtained through advanced courses with small class sizes. In the first two semesters, you will complete the courses and the two research projects. In the third semester, you will focus on your MSc project.

Why choose this course?

• You will mainly focus on your independent research projects.

• You learn to think critically and creatively during your research projects.

• You benefit from cutting-edge technologies and interdisciplinary collaborations.

• You can choose among dozens of research project supervisors from seven different departments and institutes in Basel.

• You will be trained in both experimental and theoretical approaches.

• You can complement your lectures in Physics of Life by a wide range of lectures of your choice.

• You are assigned a professor as mentor to jointly select suitable courses.

• You join an open-minded, lively, international community.

• You can apply for a scholarship if you are an international student.

• You will have a wide range of career prospects with your degree.

• You can look forward to a great degree program!