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Master of Science in Biochemistry

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) Bochum

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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Jul
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About the programme

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is a renowned research university located in the city of Bochum, Germany. The university offers a Master of Science in Biochemistry, which is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the molecular processes in living organisms. The course covers a wide range of topics including protein structure and function, enzymology, molecular genetics, and bioinformatics. Students have the opportunity to conduct research in state-of-the-art laboratories and work on cutting-edge projects in collaboration with leading scientists in the field. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in academia, industry, or research institutions.

Specialization

Six Specializations available --- 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

Fields of study

Biochemistry(Natural Sciences)
Chemistry(Natural Sciences)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Master of Science in Biochemistry at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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1. The language of instruction is English. You must provide proof that you have sound English language skills.

To be accepted to the program, at least one of the following requirements must be fulfilled:

completion of your first degree program in English (this means that ALL lectures must have been held in English)

TOEFL: minimum score paper-based 550, computer-based 215, internet-based 79; the TOEFL score must not be older than two years.

IELTS: minimum score 6.0

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

1. Compared to the German rating system (according to which 1.0 is the best and 4.0 is the lowest grade), you should have an average of at least 2.5. All foreign grades will be evaluated according to this system. In order to give you an idea of what your chances are for admission to the program, the following rules of thumb can be applied:

a, in GPA ratings (maximum grade 4.0, minimum grade to pass 2.0) you need at least an average of 3.0

b. in percentage ratings (100% maximum, minimum grade to pass 40%), you need at least 80%

c. if your degree includes ratings like “first division”, “first division with distinction” etc., you should have at least earned one of the two best ratings.

2. Required degree:-

Students who apply for the Master of Science program in Biochemistry must have

a. A Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry degree from a German University.

b. An equivalent Bachelor of Science degree from a university outside of Germany. Equivalence will be ascertained by the examination board.

c. In well-founded exemptions an equivalent university degree in another field in the natural sciences.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Master of Science in Biochemistry

Programme-specific documents

Copy of the passport

Proof of the passed language test (German) in an officially certified copy

You can find a list of accepted proof of language proficiency here.

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)

APS certificate (only for applicants with certificates from China, Vietnam or India)

Please note collective APS for other universities are not accepted!

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

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Master of Science in Biochemistry at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)

Application procedure

For most degree programmes (Bachelor and Master) you apply online at the Admissions Office:

If your online application is successful, you will receive a control sheet with your applicant number via email. You can use this applicant number to find out about the status of your application in the Admissions Infoportal.

After submitting your online application, you must upload your documents to the Infoportal of the Admissions Office.

The Admissions Office will then check your application.

You will receive all further information (e.g. incomplete documents, acceptance to the study place) via the Infoportal of the Admissions Office.

Selection process

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Application quick facts

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Direct to university

Mode

online

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Address

Prof Dr Michael Hollmann, Universitätsstraße 150, 44801 Bochum

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

362.62 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,630 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

No tuition fees

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Admission outcomes

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

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 5 total applications

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

1.97

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

Based on 5 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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