Physics of Life

Technische Universitat Dresden · Dresden, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Dresden
Apply by
Register by 31 May 2027
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
Applicants are required to have: Bachelor's degree, Diploma degree, or an equivalent qualification in one of the following fields: physics biophysics applied mathematics engineering (esp. nanotechnology) quantitative biology with a strong background in physics education or a related subject with a strong background in physics education good knowledge in the fundamentals of physics including mechanics, statistical physics , good knowledge of linear algebra, calculus and differential equations as well as basic knowledge in chemistry and biology a good command of English (see below)
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 4.5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 92 IELTS Academic: 6.5 Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 1 April - 31 May
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• uni-assist • Website

About this programme

Which equations determine the motion of molecules in an organism? How do cells generate and distribute energy to keep themselves alive? What makes tissues deform into distinct shapes when an embryo evolves? How can we measure the forces in cells and tissues? Biological Physics combines the power of physics and the complexity of biological systems. If you enjoy applying mathematical models and physical principles, then this field opens the door for you to cutting-edge research at the intersection of multiple disciplines including physics, biology, chemistry, and medicine. The international Master of Science in Physics of Life provides a unique opportunity to learn how to solve exciting real-world biological problems through a physicist's lens. If you are intrigued by the "how" and "why" of life at a fundamental level — how proteins fold, how cells communicate, or how organisms develop — biological physics provides a versatile platform to explore these questions in detail, using the rigorous, quantitative methods of physics. From addressing modelling of pandemics to designing bioengineered tissues, the field of biological physics has an immediate and long-term impact with ample opportunities inside and beyond academia. By combining computational models and experimental techniques, you will learn how to tackle open problems in biophysics from different angles. Through lab courses and rotations, programming tutorials, and a research-oriented Master’s thesis, you will gain first-h

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