Degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.), full time
Study start
Winter semester: starting October, 1st
Language
English
Credit Points
120 ETCS
Duration
4 Semester
... on the big medical issues.
In today’s post-genomic world, researchers and scientists in the field of molecular medicine are transforming the way we understand, treat, and cure diseases. Germany is a prominent leader in this fast-moving field and is spearheading many of the latest innovations and cutting-edge approaches. The Master in Molecular Medicine at ҹ̽ is the ideal postgraduate programme for students who have obtained a bachelor degree in a life science subject, such as biochemistry, biomedical science, human biology, molecular biology, molecular biotechnology, molecular life science, or molecular medicine. All of the programme's lectures, seminars, and practical courses are taught in English and all examinations are conducted in English.
This exciting degree programme enables students to expand and enhance their
From the third semester, you will also have the opportunity to specialise in the research areas Molecular Oncology or Toxicology.
We offer our students the possibility to take part in an European Double Degree programme with our partner universities in Padua/Italy or Oulu/Finland. In this program they can spend one or two semesters at one of the partner universities and finish their studies with an international Double Degree Master's degree. Since the curriculums are similarly structured, all course achievements will be accepted mutually. 5 students per year can take part in each partner programmes.
Degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.), full time
Study start
Winter semester: starting October, 1st
Language
English
Credit Points
120 ETCS
Duration
4 Semester
A Master's degree in molecular medicine equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake scientific projects in the field of molecular medicine and to review and critically discuss published data related to this research area. Students in this programme benefit from our professors’ professional ties with nearby hospital partners, other researchers, healthcare providers, and industry specialists. Graduate students are trained to be the next generation of life scientists: creative and productive researchers working in academia, medicine, industry, law, business, or the non-profit sector.
The duration of the Master study programme will be four semesters.
Semester 1
In the first semester, students will deepen their knowledge in topics like Cell and Developmental Biology, Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, Pharmacology and Drug Development, and will pass a four weeks practical training in laboratory methods.
Semester 2-3
In the second and third semester, students will focus on practical work in different research fields. Here, four different main subjects will be offered, consisting of lecture, 4-weeks practical training and seminar. Four additional smaller subjects will go beyond strictly scientific contents and prepare students for workaday duties of a research scientist. These subjects will be arranged in four blocks, two blocks per semester, each block containing 12 ECTS credit points. The four main subjects which outline the combination of lecture, practical course, and seminar, are “Infectious Diseases and Immune Defense”, “Signaling Pathways in Stem Cells, Development and Aging”, “Molecular Oncology” and “Trauma Research and Regenerative Medicine”. The additional subjects will cover topics such as Clinical Trials, Bioethics, Good Laboratory and Scientific Practice, and Project Management and Funding.
Semester 4
In the fourth semester, students will focus on preparing the practical Master´s thesis. The Master study programme in Molecular Medicine concludes with an oral examination (disputation).
Do you have questions about the Master’s degree programme in Molecular Medicine? Contact us, we will be happy to adivse you.
If you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Medicine or a Bachelor’s degree in the field of „Life Sciences“, you can apply. A selection committee will evaluate whether you qualify for the Master’s programme based on your academic achievements and grades, as well as your descriptions of previous study content and any other submitted documents. This means that not only graduates from programmes such as Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Human Biology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Biotechnology, and Molecular Life Science may meet the requirements, but also those who have completed programmes with essentially the same course content.
Yes, you can apply. In this case, submit a Transcript of Records issued by your university, including the total credit points earned up to the application deadline and your provisional average grade.
The legally binding information is provided in the admission statutes for the Master's programme in Molecular Medicine.
No, in this case you do not need to take an English test, but we do require proof that your undergrade study (Bachelor's degree programme) was taught and completed exclusively in English.
Yes, please do apply! However, your previous study programme should be out of the following fields of studies: biomedical science, molecular biotechnology, molecular biology, molecular life science, human biology, biochemistry. The selection committee will check what degree programme you studied and decide whether you are eligible for the master programme.
The application and selection process takes place in two steps. First, the formal and content-related requirements will be checked based on the documents submitted with the online application. Applicants who meet these criteria will be invited to a selection interview via email. Therefore, please check your emails regularly starting June 1st. The selections interviews will take place online via Zoom at the end of June/end of July.
The selection interview consists of a set of questions on the basic knowledge of Molecular Medicine as well as questions about your motivation and the content of your Bachelor's thesis. The basic knowledge may include questions from virology, human genetics, anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry.
Applicants will be informed during the summer months (June – August). The exact timing varies each year.
Unfortunately, the Master's programme in Molecular Medicine does not offer any scholarships itself. However, there are numerous funding opportunities for domestic and international students through the and similar organizations.
Yes, you can pursue a PhD after your Master's studies. ҹ̽ has the International Graduate School in Molecular Medicine, which runs a doctoral programme in Molecular Medicine. Further information can be found on the website of the International Graduate School in Molecular Medicine Ulm (IGradU).
Our International Office can help in case you have specific questions regarding services for international students, general visa issues, or life in Ulm and in Germany.
The Central Student Advisory Services Office advises you both before you start your studies and during your studies.
You will find all information about application and allocation of study places on the website of the Admissions Office.