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MSc Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBI)

University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg) Erlangen

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • 15 Jan
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Fields of study

Chemical Engineering(Engineering)
Bio Engineering(Engineering)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for MSc Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBI) at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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B2 level

German language

German for application
B2
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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you must submit proof of German and English language proficiency of at least level B2.

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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ou will need your final certificate of your bachelor degree as well as certificates for English and German language (both Level B2) for your application

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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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

The Master's degree in Chemical and Bioengineering (CBI) builds on a Bachelor's degree that is related in terms of content.

There are a few requirements for the CBI master’s degree. These are compiled in the FPO in §41 . In short, the following applies: Qualification for a master's degree is proven by completing a degree in chemical and bioengineering with above-average success (2.5) or if at least 4 of the core subjects (see FPO) with an average module grade of 3.0 or better. Applicants with a degree that is not fully equivalent and/or with a final grade of less than 2.5 can only be admitted to the master’s program on the basis of passing an oral entrance examination. In addition, proof of German and English language proficiency at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference must be submitted. The Master's Admissions Committee decides on suitability for the Master's degree.

Foreign students are encouraged to attend holiday German courses and German courses during the semester because a significant proportion of the courses are held in German. Proof of German (and English) language proficiency at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference is therefore required for the application. The Admissions Committee only accepts language certificates according to this table . (CET 4 and 6 certificates are not recognized)

A basic requirement for admission to a Master's degree program is a good Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject (minimum grade 2.5). In exceptional cases, applicants with a grade of > 2.5 may still be admitted on the basis of selection interviews, letters of motivation or similar (see 5.). In all cases, the degree must be of equivalent content and quality. For consecutive Master's degrees, the content of the required first degree must be closely related to the subject. Non-consecutive Master's degrees have a much larger target audience, addressing graduates of many different degree programs (see table 'Additional information/admission requirements'). Graduates of universities of applied sciences or universities of co-operative education with Diplom or Bachelor's degrees from accredited degree programs may be admitted to Master's degree programs at our University.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to MSc Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBI)

Programme-specific documents

1. CV (without photo)

2. school leaving certificate (complete certificate)

3. if applicable: pre-university year certificate (e.g. applicants from Iran)

4. if applicable: university entrance examination certificate from your home country

5. if you have completed previous periods of study: complete academic report/transcript of records

6. if you have completed a previous degree: degree certificate (e.g. Bachelor’s degree, Diplom)

7. German language certificates (regular copy)-if required

8. if available: preliminary review documentation from uni-assist (regular copy)

Certified copies of foreign certificates that are not issued in German, English or French must be submitted along with a certified translation. If your documents do not fulfil the requirements or if important certificates are missing, your application will not be processed.

Please note that the following documents must be uploaded to the upload section of the campo application portal as a PDF file during the course of your online application: CV (simple copy) German language test verification certificate - if required (simple copy) School leaving certificate in the country’s original language (officially certified copy) Official translation of the School Leaving Certificate (officially certified copy) University Degree Certificate and Diploma Supplement in the country’s original language – if already available (officially certified copy) Official translation of the University Degree Certificate and Diploma Supplement (officially certified copy) Complete Academic Report/Transcript of Records in the country’s original language (officially certified copy) Official translation of the Complete Academic Report/Transcript of Records (officially certified copy) All additional documents which are required by the specific program (letter of application, proof of intern ships/placements, language certificates, etc). Further information: https://www.fau.eu/files/2015/05/FAU_supporting_documents... (opens in a new tab) Please note: Foreign certificates must be uploaded as officially certified copies in the language of the country where the certificate was issued with an officially certified translation*. If your documents do not fulfil the requirements or if important certificates are missing, your application will not be processed. Notes on certification of documents: https://www.fau.eu/education/international/from-abroad/im... (opens in a new tab) *Documents do not have to be translated if they are issued in German, English or French. Applicants who completed their first degree in China or Vietnam have to upload an APS certificate when applying for a Master’s degree program. Applicants who completed their degree in India also have submit an APS certificate. The APS certificate for India is already required with immediate effect when applying for a study visa in Germany. From summer semester 2025, the APS certificate must already be uploaded when applying for a Master’s degree program. For more information on the APS certificate for India and exceptions, please visit https://www.fau.eu/education/application-and-enrolment/ap... (opens in a new tab)

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

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for MSc Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBI) at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)

Application procedure

Application Link : https://www.campo.fau.de/qisserver/pages/cs/sys/portal/hi... (opens in a new tab)

Please send your application form together with all the required documents to the FAU Admissions Office (Zulassungsstelle):

Postal address:

Zulassungsstelle der Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Schlossplatz 4

91054 Erlangen

Application quick facts

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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

Complexity

Medium

Address

Department of Chemical and Bioengineering

Immerwahrstr. 2a

91058 Erlangen

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Costs

Tuition

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Estimated year-1 total cost

14,904 – 23,904 EUR

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Additional fee information

New students from outside the EU and EEA pay 2,000 EUR per semester from Summer 2027. Students who enrolled before Summer 2027 may be exempt. This does not include the semester contribution.

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