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Step 1 - Find your Study Program
Ruhr University Bochum
Bochum
Biochemistry
Subjects: Biochemistry;Biology;Chemistry
M.Sc. | Master of Science
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 |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
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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