Program Overview
The Agrobiotechnology at Justus Liebig University Giessen is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Agrobiotechnology 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
- Tuition: EUR 250 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 250 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: GieÃen, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agrobiotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Biostatistics and Experimental Design
- Plant Protection and Bioengineering
- Molecular Phytopathology
- Special Biochemistry II
- Biotechnology and Genomics
- Microbial Food Biotechnology
- Animal Nutrition and Feed Science
- Risk Assessment, Biosafety and Patent Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The entry prerequisite for a Master\xc2\x92s degree course is a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a relevant subject profile and a minimum grade of \xc2\x91good\xc2\x92. The decision on whether or not the prior course of studies matches the required profile is taken by the faculty Board of Examiners.
Prerequisite for admission to the Master\xc2\x92s program is also a proof of sufficient language proficiency in English. This may be evidenced by
- a) either: TOEFL test with at least 80 points (internet-based test), or IELTS test with a minimum grade of 6 in the academic test;
- b) or: proof of university entrance qualification awarded for one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, Aotearoa/New Zealand, the USA, the UK, South Africa.
- c) or: proof of completion of an English-language Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree course.
- d) or: "UNIcut II" certificate.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 250 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 250 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 250 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 250 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Justus Liebig University Giessen directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Justus Liebig University Giessen
Justus Liebig University Giessen
Hesse, Germany
University of Giessen, official name Justus Liebig University Giessen, is a large public research university in Giessen, Hesse, Germany. It is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120
