Master of Science in Biophysics

Universität Ulm · Ulm, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Ulm
Apply by
Register by 15 January 2027 + 1 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester
Tuition
€3,000

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
1. A Bachelor's degree in biophysics, physics, physics and management, chemistry, molecular medicine, biology or biotechnology or at least an equivalent degree a) an academic final examination with a Bachelor's degree with an overall grade of 3.0 or better, or if no degree has yet been awarded, b) previous study and examination achievements up to the time of submission of the application with an average grade of 3.0 or better, as well as 2. knowledge and skills in the fields of mathematics and physics amounting to a total of at least 12 ECTS credits, of which at least 5 ECTS credits must be from physics, 3. if the overall or average grade according to no. 1 is lower than 2.5, a written report in English of no more than one page, in which the personal and subject-specific reasons for applying for the degree programme are listed and in which the choice of the desired degree programme is explained (letter of motivation) and which is assessed “suitable” according to paragraph 2 and 4. adequate English language skills according to § 3 (2) of the applicable statutes on the required language skills for studying at Ulm University.
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026): 4 Reading: 4 Listening: 4 Speaking: 4 Writing: 4 TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 4 Reading: 4 Listening: 4 Speaking: 4 Writing: 4 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 TOEIC: 785 Reading: 385 Listening: 400 Speaking: 160 Writing: 150 PTE Academic: 59 IELTS Academic: 5.5 Cambridge English Qualifications Business (BEC) : B2 Business Vantage
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries EU countries non-EU countries For the summer semester: 15 October - 15 January The following is valid for applicants from: all countries EU countries non-EU countries For the winter semester: 1 April - 15 May
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About this programme

Biophysics is a very exciting and rapidly expanding research field that explores new areas between physics and biology. The complexity of life is investigated at every level and analysed with physical methods. At Ulm University, we strive to understand these molecular interactions and the mechanisms that control them, to learn more about life processes, their underlying physical principles and the bases of disease in case of malfunction. The aim of the Master's programme in Biophysics is the following: to provide a comprehensive education and hands-on research in modern biophysics to prepare students for the interdisciplinary nature of modern-day life sciences to train students in quantitative thinking and in state-of-the-art experimental techniques reflecting current research Students will deepen their previous knowledge of biophysics, chemistry and biochemistry, and will be supported in carrying out their first independent research project. Our interdisciplinary research environment is based on strong collaborations between physics, chemistry and biology. Hence, students may choose Master's courses from a wide field of subjects, examples of which include the following: cellular biophysics, bioinformatics, neurobiology, cellular and molecular biology, nanomaterials, and polymer physics. The Master of Science in Biophysics is a research-oriented programme targeted at highly motivated students with a strong interest both in physics and biology as demonstrated in their applicat

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