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M.Sc. Bioengineering & Biotechnology

Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences Freising

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  • Winter and summer
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  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

Biotechnology / Bioengineering is a Master of Science taught in German and English at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences together with Munich University of Applied Sciences (HM), where you also enrol. It gives an in-depth understanding of biological processes and their technical use, including planning and running bioprocess facilities. The first two semesters cover compulsory modules such as protein engineering, bioanalytics, cell culture biotechnology, industrial bioprocess engineering and data analysis, four subject electives and at least one interdisciplinary elective; the third semester is for your thesis. It lasts three semesters and starts in summer or winter. It suits graduates in the natural sciences or engineering.

Fields of study

Bioinformatics(Computer Science & IT)
Bio Engineering(Engineering)
Biotechnology(Life Sciences & Medicine)
Biology(Natural Sciences)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Bioengineering & Biotechnology at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0

German language

German for application
B2
German for enrollment
B2
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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B2 level

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
210

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

MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted
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Required

210/180 with requirements

Not required

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
GRE
Not required
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APS verification

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

Prerequisites

Your bachelor's degree certificate does not have to be available by this date. Completion of an appropriate bachelor's degree programme with 210 EC or at least 180 EC plus additional requirements

Basic knowledge from the previous degree course: biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, process technology / chemical engineering and instrumental analytics (5 EC each; at least 45 EC in total).

Relevant practical experience lasting a minimum of 18 weeks, by completing a practical study semester, or professional or research experience directly connected to biotechnology or bioengineering in industry or research / development institutes.

Above-average degree results with a minimum overall examination mark of 'good' (better than 2.6 in the German grading system) or among the top 50%

Undergraduate German studies or demonstration of sufficient minimum language skills equivalent to Level B2 in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference.

After your online application, you will go through an internal selection process.

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What to prepare for your application to Bioengineering & Biotechnology

Programme-specific documents

Students can apply for the Master's programme if they meet the following admission criteria:

Suitable, completed Bachelor's degree with 210 EC or at least 180 EC plus requirements: This applies to you if you have a Bachelor's degree in natural sciences or engineering or have studied Biotechnology at HSWT or Bioengineering at HM.

Basic knowledge from previous degree programme: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Process Engineering / Chemical Engineering and Instrumental Analysis 5 ECTS each and in total at least 45 ECTS

Relevant practical experience of at least 18 weeks, through completion of a practical study semester or experience with clear reference to biotechnology or bioengineering in industry or research and development institutions

Above-average degree with an overall examination grade of at least "good" (better than 2.6) or among the best 50 % students

German-language basic studies or proof of sufficient minimum language skills according to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Preliminary examination documentation (VPD) by uni-assist if the first degree was obtained abroad

There are some deadlines for applying to the Biotechnology Master' s programme, which you can also read about on the general application page.

Completed degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or similar, with 210 ECTS or at least 180 EC plus conditions and the grade 'good' (2.5) or better, at least 18 weeks of relevant industrial practical experience as part of a work placement or practical semester.

This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

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Application procedure

Selection process

Internal screening

Application quick facts

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Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Campus Weihenstephan

Am Hofgarten 4

85354 Freising

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

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Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

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