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M.Sc. Biochemistry

Friedrich Schiller University (University of Jena) Jena

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 May
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About the programme

The Master of Science in Biochemistry at Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a four-semester programme worth 120 ECTS, taught in English and run by the Faculty of Biological Sciences. It starts in the winter semester and can also be studied part-time. Building on existing knowledge of biochemistry and molecular biology, you learn methods for analysing biomolecules and cellular functions at the molecular level, drawing on bioinformatics, biophysics, chemistry, molecular biology and cell biology. You choose three modules from Biological Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics and Theoretical Biology, Molecular Biology, and Cell Biology. The programme includes a lot of practical work and independent projects, in which you design and carry out research and present your results orally and in writing. You can spend a semester abroad, and the degree prepares you for work in academia or a PhD.

Fields of study

Biochemistry(Natural Sciences)
Biomedical Engineering(Life Sciences & Medicine)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Biochemistry at Friedrich Schiller University (University of Jena)

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.3

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Work experience
6 months
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Prerequisites

For this master's programme you need a subject-specific undergraduate degree (minimum 6 semesters/180 ECTS-Credits) or an equivalent degree that contains knowledge in molecular disciplines (Biochemistry, Genetics, Cell Biology) of at least 60 credits (ECTS).

You must have obtained at least 120 credits by the time of applying.

​The overall grade (CGPA) of such a degree must be GOOD or better (German and US systems: 1.9). Candidates with final grades between 1.9 and 2.3 (German grading) who meet the general academic requirements, might be admitted when their application documents show a particular eligibility for the programme.

This master's programme requires the following language proficiency:

  • good proficiency in English (a direct proof by certificate is not compulsory)

Please upload at the online application system your university entrance certificate/school leaving certificate. Usually, this means the school graduation diploma (German "Abitur"), i.e. the diploma that makes you eligible for studies at an University or other institution for higher education. Be mindful of the fact that here, we do not need any University diploma but a High School diploma!

All previous University degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if available before the application deadline - if not, please make a note of the anticipated date of issue of your degree certificate. Please upload your University degree or the most actual, detailed transcript of records/ mark sheet of all semesters available to you, should you not hold your degree certificate at the time of application. The main document is the degree/ transcript based on which you apply for the master programme.

Detailed transcript of records/ mark sheet of your first, subject-specific University degree, with which you apply for the master's programme. This transcript MUST contain an overall cumulative grade point average or average mark.

Should you have obtained subject-specific work experience, you can upload corresponding certificates in order to support your application

Should you have obtained subject-specific practical experience (e.g. by internships etc.), you can upload corresponding certificates in order to support your application

  • Good English language skills are recommended, but a language certificate is not needed.

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Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Biochemistry

Programme-specific documents

CV

Motivation letter

University entrance qualification certificate

Previous university degrees earned

Detailed transcript of records

Proof of relevant work experience

Proof of subject-specific practical experience

Proof of language proficiency optional

Translation of foreign/external application documents

Proof of grading system

Certificate APS

University entrance exam

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Direct to university

Mode

online

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Application fee

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Address

Neugasse 24

07743 Jena

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

272 EUR

per semester

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per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,448 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

Free, semester contribution

€ 272,65

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 2 total applications

Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

2.10

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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