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Fresenius University of Applied Sciences
Idstein
Medical & Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Subjects: Biotechnology;Phamacology;Healthcare
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
Do you hold a bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutics, biochemistry, biology, or a related field? Are you eager to deepen your expertise and prepare for specialist and management roles in the pharmaceutical industry? Our Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology master’s program is designed just for you! Over four semesters, you will acquire comprehensive knowledge and essential skills tailored for the biopharmaceutical sector. This program covers the entire value chain, from understanding molecular structures and properties to mastering the core principles of good manufacturing practice (GMP) and navigating regulatory affairs within the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry. Join us to elevate your career and become a leader in the field.
Program Information
| Study Location | Idstein |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | 595 EUR |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | 4,920 EUR |
| Cost per Semester | No information |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
The study program is taught in English, therefore you’ll also need English language skills at Level B2 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Qualification Requirements
You must have completed a bachelor’s degree with at least 180 credit points in a chemistry- or biology-related field of study, such as pharmacy, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or biotechnology. You should have previous knowledge in the fields of organic chemistry and biochemistry, e.g., documented by successfully completed modules.
Document Requirements
You have applied with a foreign university entrance qualification for a bachelor or master study program here at Hochschule Fresenius. In order for us to consider your application, please upload at least your CV and your secondary school leaving certificate (application for bachelor studies) or your bachelor transcript of records (application for master studies) to the application portal within the next 10 DAYS via https://www.hs-fresenius.com/application/file-upload/.
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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