This Master's programme brings together molecular life sciences and medicine by focusing on the molecular and cellular basis of biological processes with an explicit eye on medical questions. It is research-oriented and designed to blur traditional boundaries between scientific and medical thinking through project work, giving students an interdisciplinary perspective on biomedical problems.
The curriculum emphasises the molecular mechanisms that govern cellular processes, combining experimental methods from the natural sciences with contemporary medical topics. Students can specialise within neuroscience, choosing focal areas such as biochemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology, and electrophysiology. Laboratory and experimental approaches used in the programme include advanced microscopy, heterologous gene expression, electrophysiological recordings, analysis of neuronal activity in cell populations and intact nervous systems, and behavioural assays.
There are opportunities to concentrate on foundational cell and molecular biology as well as applied topics like degenerative disorders, genetic diagnostic approaches, and regenerative medicine. Specific subject areas available for deeper study include neurogenetics, human genetics, genetics of childhood brain malformations, ophthalmology and geriatrics. The range of methodological and conceptual training prepares graduates to carry out independent basic and clinical research in molecular biomedicine.
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Admission and application
This research-focused Master's programme is structured as a modular degree with a total workload of 120 ECTS. The curriculum brings together modules taught by the medicine, neuroscience and biology units, creating an interdisciplinary framework centered on molecular biomedicine.
Students complete a coherent, research-oriented study plan tailored to their interests and intended research profile. By selecting modules across medicine, neuroscience and biology, you will build interdisciplinary knowledge relevant to molecular-level biomedical questions and shape a personalised study track that reflects your research focus and career aims. The flexible modular design supports development of an individual research profile and gives you control over the balance between different disciplinary perspectives.
Requirements (curriculum-related)
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (or an equivalent qualification) in a relevant life-science field. Your prior studies should have a strong molecular-focus: at least 40 ECTS credits (these are European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System credits) must be completed — and must include laboratory practice — distributed across at least three of the following subject areas: molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, immunology, human/animal physiology, and molecular neurobiology.
All supporting documents must be submitted in German or English. Make sure to include the completed specific eligibility form (available via uni-assist and the "Bewerbungsportal"), because applications without this form cannot be considered. Do not send motivation letters — they will not be reviewed.
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Winter Semester (International)
30 April 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are prepared for independent basic and clinical research roles in academia, research institutes and industry (biotechnology, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations). The combination of molecular techniques and medical content makes graduates suitable for positions in neurogenetics, human genetics, diagnostics, regenerative medicine and translational research.
The programme also provides a solid foundation for doctoral studies (PhD) and specialised laboratory careers, given its emphasis on practical laboratory skills, interdisciplinary problem-solving and research project experience. Graduates may additionally pursue roles in scientific consulting, clinical trial support or science-related positions in healthcare and diagnostics companies.
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