Master of Science in Biochemistry 24 months Postgraduate Programme By Universität Heidelberg |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

3,000 EURTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Mar, 2026Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Biochemistry investigates and describes the molecular structures and chemical processes occurring in living organisms at all levels of organisation. This endeavour is predicated on the perspectives, insights and methods of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and of molecular biology. Biochemistry therefore has a critical impact on the foundational research conducted in many areas of bioscience (including applied disciplines) and plays an increasingly decisive role in initiating basic research projects in the field of chemistry.


The Master’s degree programme in Biochemistry considers the theoretical and practical foundations of modern biochemical research, thereby equipping students with the knowledge and skills they require to work independently in a research context. The Master’s degree course prepares students to undertake doctoral studies, or to pursue a career in the field of research, or take on a leading position within academia, within governmental agencies or in industry. The skills and knowledge acquired also equip students to enter the job market. 

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Biochemistry investigates and describes the molecular structures and chemical processes occurring in living organisms at all levels of organisation. This endeavour is predicated on the perspectives, insights and methods of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and of molecular biology. Biochemistry therefore has a critical impact on the foundational research conducted in many areas of bioscience (including applied disciplines) and plays an increasingly decisive role in initiating basic research projects in the field of chemistry.


The Master’s degree programme in Biochemistry considers the theoretical and practical foundations of modern biochemical research, thereby equipping students with the knowledge and skills they require to work independently in a research context. The Master’s degree course prepares students to undertake doctoral studies, or to pursue a career in the field of research, or take on a leading position within academia, within governmental agencies or in industry. The skills and knowledge acquired also equip students to enter the job market. 

Admission Requirements

- Have successfully completed a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry OR a science degree with the biochemistry portion of a minor. (If the degree certificate is not available at the time of application, it must be submitted later for final admission).
- if you have excellent English and German language skills (Please note, do not apply unless you are fluent in both English and German!)

15 Mar 2026
2 Years
Oct

Tuition fees

Domestic
0 EUR
International
3,000 EUR

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