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Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen
Master English Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Biochemistry (MSc)

Master

About the Program

Why come to Tübingen to pursue your Master's degree in life science? We focus on laboratory and organisational skills. Theoretical education is becoming easier to access. What gives you an edge is practical proficiency in research and personal skills. We offer a broad degree. You are not pushed into premature specialisation before you have gained a good overview of different areas of the life sciences and you can make a well-informed career decision. Our programme is flexible. You have your own personal preferences and instead of changing them to fit the course, courses are designed to meet your needs. The Tübingen Master's in Biochemistry is international and career-oriented. We teach in English, the lingua franca of science, and support you with writing and presenting courses. Also, our student body is international; it is your first step to a worldwide peer network, and the majority of our students do lab rotations abroad in Europe, North America, and Asia supported by our faculty. Biochemistry is the science of the fundamentals of life and disease. How do nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and sugars come together to form cells and, ultimately, organisms? What is going wrong in the diverse diseases that plague us and how can this be fixed? Most modern drugs stem from biochemical research. Biochemistry combines biology (more macroscopic) and chemistry (more atomic). In this course, you will have a chance to learn about a selection of the following topics: immunology, cell biology, molecular and structural biology, biophysics, virology/microbiology, pathobiochemistry, toxicology, pharmacology, bioinformatics, developmental biology, neuroscience, and molecular medicine.
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Why come to Tübingen to pursue your Master's degree in life science? We focus on laboratory and organisational skills. Theoretical education is becoming easier to access. What gives you an edge is practical proficiency in research and personal skills. We offer a broad degree. You are not pushed into premature specialisation before you have gained a good overview of different areas of the life sciences and you can make a well-informed career decision. Our programme is flexible. You have your own personal preferences and instead of changing them to fit the course, courses are designed to meet your needs. The Tübingen Master's in Biochemistry is international and career-oriented. We teach in English, the lingua franca of science, and support you with writing and presenting courses. Also, our student body is international; it is your first step to a worldwide peer network, and the majority of our students do lab rotations abroad in Europe, North America, and Asia supported by our faculty. Biochemistry is the science of the fundamentals of life and disease. How do nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and sugars come together to form cells and, ultimately, organisms? What is going wrong in the diverse diseases that plague us and how can this be fixed? Most modern drugs stem from biochemical research. Biochemistry combines biology (more macroscopic) and chemistry (more atomic). In this course, you will have a chance to learn about a selection of the following topics: immunology, cell biology, molecular and structural biology, biophysics, virology/microbiology, pathobiochemistry, toxicology, pharmacology, bioinformatics, developmental biology, neuroscience, and molecular medicine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Biochemistry (MSc) at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen

Is Biochemistry (MSc) at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Biochemistry (MSc) programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Biochemistry (MSc) at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Biochemistry (MSc)?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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