Masters

Biotechnology

Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus

Senftenberg, Germany

Program Overview

The three- or four-semester international Master's programme in Biotechnology is an intensive, laboratory-based, research-oriented training programme that follows a Bachelor's...

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Financials

Tuition FeesNone
Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: Most public universities in Germany are tuition-free. You only pay a semester contribution (~EUR 300) which usually includes a public transport ticket.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Winter (October); Summer (April)

Duration

3 semesters, 4 semesters

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Career Outcomes

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€45,000 – €75,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

Certificate of proficiency in English must be provided. Accepted tests and minimum scores are: a TOEFL certificate, minimum score of 79 points (iBT) an IELTS certificate, minimum 6.0 a Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (min. grade B) a Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (min. grade C) a UNIcert certificate, minimum grade II Applicants with a higher education entrance qualification from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Great Britain incl. Northern Ireland or the United States of America do not have to submit a separate proof of English language skills. Applicants who completed a secondary level degree in English in Germany or in one of the above mentioned countries are also exempted from presenting a formal English language certificate. Applicants who have acquired their higher education entrance qualification in Germany or at a German school abroad can also submit a certificate of higher education entrance qualification, which shows English language skills at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This proof is provided, for example, by presenting an A-level certificate with corresponding confirmation from the school or by providing a document issued by the Ministry of Education in the respective federal state confirming that the required level of English (minimum of B2/CEFR) has been achieved. German language skills are not required for admission to this study programme.

IELTS required (IELTS 6.0 overall)Language certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

At least a Bachelor's degree in the subject area or an equivalent degree with 210 ECTS credits, equivalent to European seven semester study (for the programme with a regular duration of three semesters) or 180 ECTS credits, equivalent to European six semester study (for the programme with a regular duration of four semesters). Relevant Bachelor's programmes are in particular Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, and research-oriented Human or Veterinary Medicine (with focus on one of the previously mentioned subjects). Bachelor's degrees in other areas of Human or Veterinary Medicine and in Pharmacy are not accepted. Degrees without a thesis or an equivalent publication are not accepted. Applicants have to submit the thesis/equivalent publication during the application process. (If the thesis/equivalent publication is not in English or German, you have to submit the paper(s) in the original language and to add a meaningful summary in English or German.) At least 70 ECTS credits or 60 semester hours of biological, biomedical, biochemical or biophysical subjects in the Bachelor's programme. A proof of practical laboratory work of at least 18 weeks (e.g., during the preparation of the thesis, practical semester, for details please check this form ).

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

IELTS 6.0 overall

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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