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Ruhr University Bochum

Bochum

Biochemistry

Subjects: Biochemistry;Biology;Chemistry

M.Sc. | Master of Science

⏳  Duration
4 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester ? Separate from the tuition fees, the cost per semester refers to another fee students pay each semester, covering registration fees, administrative costs, and often a public transport ticket.
360 EUR

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
No Tuition Fee
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.07.

Course description

This degree programme stands out due to its unique structure, where practical courses constitute nearly half of the biochemistry curriculum. Students have the freedom to choose their own research focus, engaging in contemporary research projects that equip them for future careers in life-science research and professions. The programme offers specialisation in several fields, including: - Membrane and Nervous System Biochemistry - Biomolecular Chemistry - Molecular Medicine - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology of Plants and Microorganisms - Proteins in Biomedicine - Molecular Biochemistry of Stem Cells These specialisations provide a comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience, preparing students for diverse roles in the life sciences.

Program Information

Study Location Bochum
Start Semester Winter
Study Form Full-time
Study Type Postgraduate
Teaching Language English
Dual No
Remote No
Application Fee non-EU No information
Study Length 4 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester No Tuition Fee
Cost per Semester 360 EUR
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information
⏱️ Application Start Winter
01.06.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.07.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

CEFR No information
IELTS No information
Cambridge (CAE) No information
TOEFL IBT No information

Officially certified copy of school report (original language and a German or English translation) Degree certificate from the university in an officially certified copy (original language and a German or English translation) + list of individual grades Possibly proof of the completed university entrance examination (e.g. from Turkey, Lebanon, Iran, etc.) in an officially certified copy Possibly an officially certified copy of the assessment test to determine the eligibility of foreign applicants for studies at institutions of higher education in Germany (Feststellungsprüfung)

Qualification Requirements

Biochemistry, B.Sc. Life Science Bachelor’s degrees All applicants must have obtained at least 60 Credit Points (in addition to the Bachelor's thesis) in laboratory practicals during their BSc studies Graduates from this degree programme frequently work as research biochemists as biochemists in the biotechnological industry as forensic scientists (e.g. in the police forces’ forensic department) in the civil service (governmental control bodies) as management consultants

Document Requirements

Proof of the passed language test (German) You can find the accepted proof of language proficiency here. Certified copy of degree certificate (original language and a German or English translation) List of subjects and grades Copy of the passport Possible proof of other language skills (English) APS certificate (only for applicants from China, Vietnam or India) Please note collective APS for other universities are not accepted! Essay (only for certain degree programmes)

Application Process

Acceptance Interview No
Acceptance local admission restrictions Restricted
Application directly at the University
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