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M.Sc. Microbiology

University of Oldenburg Oldenburg

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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 30 Sept
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About the programme

The University of Oldenburg offers a comprehensive Microbiology course that provides students with a deep understanding of the microbial world. The program covers a wide range of topics including microbial genetics, immunology, and virology. Students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities, allowing them to gain practical experience in the field. The university's faculty members are renowned experts in the field of microbiology, providing students with valuable insights and mentorship. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in research, healthcare, and biotechnology.

Fields of study

Biology(Natural Sciences)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Microbiology at University of Oldenburg

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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English language proficiency at level C1 of Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Proof of language proficiency through one of the following language certificates: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Advanced Exam

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German language

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A German language certificate is not required for the application but we recommend German language skills.

International students are encouraged to attend German language courses offered at all levels (A1-C1) by the language centre of the University Oldenburg or German language courses for special purposes:

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Biology or from prior studies in a closely related, engineering scientifical field

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APS verification

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Prerequisites

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in biology or from prior studies in a closely related scientific field, containing at least 90 credit points in botany, zoology, microbiology, genetics, chemistry, biochemistry and mathematics.
  • Independent scientific work of 15 credit points in the form of a Bachelor's thesis or a comparable scientific project.
  • English language proficiency at level C1 of Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). For details see _Foreign language skills_ on this page.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Microbiology

Programme-specific documents

To prove your academic qualifications for admission, please upload the following documents

with your application through uni-assist e.V.:

1. High school diploma / Secondary School certificate

2. University grades / transcripts / degrees

3. Proof of German Language proficiency (applicants for courses with English as the

medium of instruction do not need German proficiency)

4. Proof of English Language proficiency (if stated in the admission requirements)

5. University admissions test (if available)

6. APS-Certificate (ONLY for applicants with a degree from India / China / Vietnam) –

please submit an original by post to uni-assist!

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How to apply

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Application procedure

International applicants: Please apply through uni-assist e.V

Selection process

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Application quick facts

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Via uni-assist

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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

75 EUR

Address

Please send your application to this address*:

uni-assist e.V.

11507 Berlin

GERMANY

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

423.52 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,752 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

free

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Admission outcomes

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

Acceptance rate

40%

2 accepted out of 5 total applications

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

1.48

Avg. accepted grade

German scale

1.20

Best admitted grade

German scale

1.75

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

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

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