Biochemistry

Technische Universitat Dresden · Dresden, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Campus
Dresden
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<p>Application periods for international students with a first qualifying degree from a country outside the European Union:</p> <ul> <li>1 April to 31 May, semester start 1 October</li> </ul> <p>Application periods for international students with a first qualifying degree from a European Union country:</p> <ul> <li>1 April to 15 July, semester start 1 October</li> </ul>
Starts
Winter semester

Technische Universitat Dresden does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 – €4,000 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Admission restrictions: open admission with aptitude assessment To qualify, applicants must have completed their undergraduate degree (three-year Bachelor’s degree programme or comparable) in chemistry, biology, molecular biotechnology or a comparable scientific field. Furthermore, proficiency in English at the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (demonstrated with an official language certificate) are required. The aptitude assessment is based on previous academic performance and proof of qualifications and is in accordance with the aptitude assessment regulations. If necessary, participation in an online interview may be required. For further information on the admission requirements, please see the programme description .
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: IELTS Academic: 6 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 79 Reading: 18 Listening: 18 Speaking: 18 Writing: 18 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026): 4 Reading: 4 Listening: 4 Speaking: 4 Writing: 4 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
Application periods for international students with a first qualifying degree from a country outside the European Union: 1 April to 31 May, semester start 1 October Application periods for international students with a first qualifying degree from a European Union country: 1 April to 15 July, semester start 1 October
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About this programme

Biochemistry is a two-year full-time international Master’s programme that focuses on the molecular foundations of biological processes as well as the manipulation of biological pathways and biomolecules for technological applications. The programme is organised into two tracks – Chemical Biology and Technical Biochemistry – which cover a wide variety of topic areas including biocatalysis, natural product chemistry, molecular cell biology, genome engineering, and bioanalytics. The coursework consists of five mandatory classroom and laboratory modules, a mandatory research internship, multiple elective courses, and a final experimental Master's thesis. Graduates earn the degree of Master of Science (MSc) in Biochemistry.

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