All courses are held in English. In addition to the regular programme, students are expected to enrol in German language courses.
In the winter semester, the lecture period begins mid-October.
In the summer semester, the lecture period begins mid-April.
Online application is open
from May until 15 July for the following winter semester
from November until 15 January for the following summer semester
Based on current research topics, biophysical methods and corresponding applications are presented. Topics that are discussed include fundamentals in thermodynamics, reaction kinetics and molecular interactions in general as well as with respect to the analysis of single cells down to single molecules. Further topics include both theoretical and methodological aspects of plant membrane transport systems, structural biology, biochemistry, biomedicine, integrative biology, and bioinformatics.
The study programme Biophysics is a combination of two major topics: A) molecular and cellular biophysics and B) molecular biology. During the first year of the programme, the students enrol in two theoretical and one practical course in each of the two topics. All modules are accompanied by a graded examination. In semesters three and four, further specialised research training is provided in a selected field of interest. The students are actively involved in ongoing research projects. They learn to plan and perform independent theoretical and experimental work. They also learn to summarise and discuss the results obtained in the thesis. The thesis has to be presented and defended in a final colloquium. The thesis (25 ECTS) is preceded by an ungraded preparatory practical course of 12 weeks (15 ECTS).
Further modules (15 ECTS) are selected within the sub-area "Additional Qualifications" to cover special aspects of interest. These modules will not be graded (pass/fail only).
Elective courses may be accomplished at partner universities outside of Germany. These courses are recognised as regular courses of the study programme.
Elective research project, involvement in research working groups within universities or companies in Germany or abroad
There are generally no tuition fees at the University of Würzburg. However, you must pay the semester contribution each semester for enrolment or registration. The student contribution includes a semester ticket that allows you to use public transportation all throughout the beautiful city of Würzburg.
Student contribution: approx. 162.90 EUR
The cost of living in Würzburg is low compared to other German cities. Of course, this strongly depends on your individual lifestyle, but you should expect monthly costs of about 940 EUR.
Bachelor of Science in biology or equivalent study degree that fulfils the criteria of the "Fachkanon Biologie" / subject specific criteria, in particular:
Bachelor of Science in Biology or similar programme
Biosciences: 75 ECTS credit equivalents
Chemistry (including biochemistry and physical chemistry): 15 ECTS
Physics, mathematics, biostatistics: 15 ECTS
OR
Biosciences: 60 ECTS
Chemistry (including biochemistry and physical chemistry): 20 ECTS
Physics, mathematics, biostatistics: 12 ECTS
OR
Biosciences: 70 ECTS
Chemistry (including biochemistry and physical chemistry): 10 ECTS
Physics, mathematics, biostatistics: 12
Proof of experimental laboratory experience, preferably by an experimental thesis comprising a minimum of 10 ECTS
Please submit either your final degree or your transcript of records to certify the minimum requirement of 150 ECTS. You have to submit your completed transcript of records not later than 15 September or 15 March, respectively.
Language requirements in English
The proof of skills in the English language should be at a level not lower than:
In addition, German language skills (e.g. B1 CEFR) are highly recommended and may be achieved during the first phase of the programme.
Online application is open
from May until 15 July for the following winter semester
from November until 15 January for the following summer semester
https://wuestudy.zv.uni-wuerzburg.de/qisserver/pages/cs/sys/portal/hisinoneStartPage.faces
The Student Housing Service ("Studentenwerk") is responsible for 10 dormitories in various locations in Würzburg.
Amenities:
Length of stay:
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Support regarding career development, including internships, occupational prospects, individual coaching by coordinator of Bio Careers
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