Life Science (Master of Science)

This interdisciplinary, research-oriented master’s programme combines chemistry and biology into a single curriculum, giving equal weight to both disciplines. Taught in English, it is designed for students who already have a solid foundational background in both chemistry and biology. The course aims to deliver a rigorous scientific education that prepares graduates with up-to-date skills for work in biomolecular research.

The curriculum covers classical topics from both life sciences and chemistry while offering in-depth specialisations. Biological emphases include biochemistry, bioinformatics, immunology, biochemical pharmacology, molecular genetics, microbiology, and cell biology. On the chemistry side, specialisations include bioorganic chemistry, cellular chemistry, proteomics, and the chemistry of carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids. The programme is research-focused and includes mandatory theoretical and laboratory classes in both chemistry and biology, ensuring substantial hands-on experience alongside conceptual training.

This combination of theory and lab work builds particular competency in modern biomolecular research approaches and methods, making the programme well suited to students aiming to pursue advanced research projects or further academic training in related fields. Its interdisciplinary structure also supports those seeking cross-disciplinary roles at the interface of chemistry and biology.

Requirements (selected)

• Solid foundational background in both chemistry and biology (both required)
• Specific background topics expected: organic chemistry and physical chemistry; cell biology, genetics, and biochemistry
• Programme language: English

This Master’s programme takes an interdisciplinary approach to the life sciences by integrating chemistry and biology at the graduate level. The curriculum is built from combinations of Master’s-level modules that let you shape an interdisciplinary study path while ensuring a solid grounding across both disciplines. Detailed module combinations and elective options are available on the programme website.

Core elements of the study plan are compulsory theoretical courses and hands-on laboratory courses in both chemistry and biology. These obligatory components ensure that every student gains a balanced mix of conceptual understanding and practical laboratory experience across the two fields. The programme’s Master’s courses provide the advanced academic framework in which these theory and lab units are taught.

On completion, you will have developed integrated knowledge spanning chemical and biological perspectives, practical laboratory skills in both areas, and the ability to approach life-science problems from an interdisciplinary viewpoint. This combination prepares you for continued research or careers that require cross-disciplinary competence in modern life sciences.

Requirements (summary)

• Completion of obligatory theoretical courses in both chemistry and biology
• Completion of obligatory laboratory courses in both chemistry and biology
• Selection of module combinations from the Master’s course offerings (details and elective options listed on the programme website)

Graduates are prepared for roles in biomolecular and life-science research, including positions in academic laboratories, research institutes and industry sectors such as biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The combination of practical laboratory training and interdisciplinary theoretical knowledge also supports careers in applied research, development, quality control and technical project work.

The degree also provides a solid foundation for those wishing to continue into doctoral studies (PhD) in molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical biology or related fields, due to its strong research orientation and laboratory component.