Program Overview
The Biophysics at University of Ulm is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biophysics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Ulm, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biophysics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Biophysics Lab
- Adv. Biophysics Seminar
- Biophysics : Fundamentals Methods
- Biophysics : Advanced Methods
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Neurobiology
- Molecular Medicine
- Physics
- Stochastics and Bioinformatics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for the Master of Science program "Biophysics" the following qualifications are needed:
- Bachelor degree
Proof of a Bachelor degree with above average examination grades (better than 2,5 in German grades) in either Physics, Econophysics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, Biology or Biotechnology or any other study program with essentially the same content at any institute of higher education in Germany or abroad - or any degree recognized as equivalent.
- Letter of motivation
A personal letter of maximum 2 pages in which the applicants state the following:
- motivation of their interest in the master program "Biophysics",
- reasons for choosing Ulm University,
- expectations for their personal and professional future.
- Strong academic records
Transcript of records for all the courses taken during the Bachelor\'s program and any other documents providing valuable information on the applicant\'s eligibility for the program.
Proof of above average examination results can be a bachelor degree with an average grade of 2.5 or better, or where this has not yet been established an average of 2.5 or better of all examination results obtained by the date of application (the volume thereof must be equivalent to 140 or more ECTS).
- Applicants must also provide:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of professional/vocational training and/or practical work experience or any other previous training (internships)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Ulm
University of Ulm
Ulm, Germany
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
