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- 4 semestersDuration
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About the programme
Molecular Biotechnology is a Master of Science (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, taught mainly in English. It takes 4 semesters (120 ECTS), starts in the winter semester and has restricted admission. The programme deepens your understanding of natural biological processes and how they can be applied, with a focus on microorganisms, how they communicate, their metabolism and the metabolites they produce. You look at natural products in drug research and agriculture, how to modify microorganisms to produce drugs, active ingredients and enzymes at scale, and how to optimise enzymes for industry. It does not train process engineers; instead it builds biotechnologists with strong biochemistry, microbiology and physiology. It suits you if you enjoy lab experiments and molecular biology. Requirements include a Bachelor's in biology, biochemistry or biotechnology with a grade of 2.5 or better, set credits in maths, physics, chemistry and lab work, and English at B2.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Molecular Biotechnology at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU)
German language
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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Formal requirements
In order to apply for a master’s degree, you need a master's degree entrance qualification. Generally, this is a university degree (such as a bachelor’s degree) in the relevant field of study.
Information on applying without a degree certificate
If you have not yet received your bachelor's degree certificate by the application deadline, but have earned at least 135 credits in your bachelor's program, you must apply by the set deadline with a transcript (certified copy) of all coursework and exams completed to date, including your average grade to date.
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
Qualification Requirements
Previous Degree
Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, or biotechnology. In the case of a foreign overall grade, which is less than 2.5 in the German grading system, an original certificate from the university at which the degree was obtained must be presented, which shows that the applicant is among the top 20% of the final year heard in science subjects. This certificate must also show how many final grades have gone into the percentile rank. If the certificate is based on fewer than 50 final grades, it will not be accepted.
In addition, at least the specified credit points or comparable achievements must be acquired in the following subjects:
1. Mathematics and statistics: 12 CP,
2. Physics: 6 LP,
3. Chemistry (without biochemistry): 9 LP,
4. Biochemistry: 12 LP,
5. Cell biology/microbiology/physiology: 12 LP,
6. Practical exercises/internships: 30 CP,
As well as a written bachelor thesis.
If a certificate of completion is not available by the end of the application period for the proof of a bachelor's degree, an application based on a certificate of already completed examination and study achievements in the amount of at least 135 credit points by the responsible body of the previous university must have been issued.
By the end of the application period, two thirds of the credit points must be proven.
The grade is based on the average grade of the examinations completed so far, which must be evident from the certificate; the final result of the bachelor's degree is not taken into account in this case.
GPA (German System) 2.50
GPA Comment
At least a grade of good (2.5).
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Molecular Biotechnology
Standard documents checklist
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam)
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application fee
Free
Address
Studierenden Service Center
Forum universitatis
Eingang 1, 1. OG
Johann-Joachim-Becher-Weg 2
55128 Mainz
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
N/A
per semester
Application fee
Free
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
If you apply with international certificates, you will be informed in your letter of admission whether you are subject to a fee.
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Acceptance rate
0%
0 accepted out of 1 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.29
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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