International Programmes 2024/2025

Microbiology and Infection Biology Microbiology and Infection Biology

University of Tübingen • Tübingen

Degree
Master of Science
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

Courses are held in English. Participants can choose to write the Master's thesis in English or German.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application deadline

31 May for the following winter semester

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
Yes
Additional information on tuition fees

Only for international students
https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/110447

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The Master's programme in "Microbiology and Infection Biology" will give you an excellent insight into the multifaceted world of microbes, providing fundamental knowledge in microbiology and infection biology, cutting-edge research in renowned laboratories and a high number of hands-on courses.

Course organisation

The Master of Science Microbiology and Infection Biology is a two-year programme with a total 120 ECTS credits. All modules except for the Elective Modules and the courses of the Interdisciplinary Module are graded and will contribute to the overall grade of the Master's degree.

The first year will equip you with a broad foundation in microbiology and you will learn state-of-the-art molecular biology and biochemistry methods and bioinformatics. In addition, you can sharpen your profile by freely choosing modules from different research areas.

In the second year, experimental work in our laboratories is planned as well as training in scientific communication.

International elements
  • Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)

Elective Modules and Research Modules can be completed at international partner universities.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
Yes
Additional information on tuition fees

Only for international students
https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/110447

Semester contribution

https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/study/organizing-your-studies/fees/semester-and-administration-fees/

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or comparable subject with a minimum grade of 2.5

If the degree programme completed is not biology, evidence of at least 30 ECTS credits in relevant subject areas (e.g. molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry) and at least 12 ECTS credits of practical laboratory experience must be provided.

Language requirements

German language skills at level A2
English language skills at level B2

Application deadline

31 May for the following winter semester

Submit application to

https://alma.uni-tuebingen.de

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Buddy programme
  • Help with finding accommodation
General services and support for international students and doctoral candidates

https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/182071

University of Tübingen

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