MSc Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

This three-semester programme consists of modules in Biopharmaceutical Engineering, Purification Techniques, Pharmaceutical Technology, Cell Culture Techniques, Bioprocess Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs.

Academic requirements

For non-EU applicants: a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is compulsory

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

Proof of proficiency in English if not first language.

German requirements

German A2 level certificate required (only "Start Deutsch 2" certificate from Goethe Institute accepted). Lab communication is usually in German.

Accepted bachelor fields

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline qualifying for a professional career, or a university Diplom degree with 210 credit points. Related disciplines include biotechnology, process engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics, bioprocess engineering, or environmental engineering.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

No

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

379 EUR (as of September 2025)

ECTS credits

90

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 379 EUR (as of September 2025)

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