Biomedicine, Master of Science

Admission Requirements

Prerequisite for admission to this course of study is a successfully completed Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS points or a similar academic qualification, such as a diploma, in Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biomedicine, Medicine, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field.

For a Bachelor's degree that is not yet fully completed, at least 80% of the required credit points must have been obtained at the time of application. The remaining credits must be completed by the time of enrollment.

In addition, you must demonstrate proficiency in English: you should either be a native English speaker or be able to provide proof of 85 points on the TOEFL iBT test, 6.0 points on the IELTS test, or a Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English with at least a grade of B.

Details

Study Contents in the Master's Programme Biomedicine

The Master's programme Biomedicine provides students with a comprehensive foundation in biomedical areas including molecular biology, genomics, proteomics, and pathophysiology. This programme is aimed at individuals who aspire to a career in biomedical research, wish to develop new therapy and diagnostic methods, and seek a deep understanding of the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms of human diseases.

The programme, spanning 4 semesters and 120 ECTS, offers an in-depth understanding of the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms of diseases such as cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, infectious diseases, and genetic disorders. Students also acquire knowledge of biological processes that change in disease states and learn how to analyze, interpret, and work with complex biological datasets using statistical and bioinformatics tools.

The study plan includes the following modules:

1st Semester: Regulatory Affairs and Ethics in Biomedicine, Cell Signaling Pathways, Endocrine and Immune System, Bioanalytics and Clinical Chemistry, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Lab work I: Analytical Methods in Toxicology and Clinical Chemistry 2nd Semester: Bioinformatics, Medicinal Microbiology – Bacteria and Parasites, Medicinal Microbiology – Mycology and Virology, Hematology and Hemostaseology, Pathobiology of Diseases, Lab work II: Analytical Methods in Hemostaseology and Medicinal Microbiology 3rd Semester: Cardiovascular and Neurological Disorders – Cellular and Molecular Translational Research, Molecular Pathology of Cancer – Immunology, Disease Models and Cancer Biomarker Discovery, Research Methods and Scientific Communication, Safety Pharmacology – In Vivo and In Vitro Interaction between Drugs and Cells/Organisms, Statistical Tools and Validation in Biomedical Research, Lab work III: Disease-Relevant Screening 4th Semester: Master's Thesis

Upon completion of the programme, graduates are able to conduct high-level biomedical research and drive innovation. They can integrate and apply knowledge from biomedicine, genetics, and clinical research to develop innovative therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. Career prospects include biomedical research, clinical trials, drug development, biotechnological innovations, pharmaceutical industry, research institutions, public health organizations, and diagnostic health services.

Your Study Location: Idstein

Currently, Fresenius University offers the Master in Biomedicine at its location in Idstein.

Idstein is a small university town in the southern Hesse district of Rheingau-Taunus, near the state capital Wiesbaden. The region in and around Idstein hosts numerous industries and companies, providing excellent job prospects. Fresenius University has a large network of partner companies, offering students in Idstein a wide range of internship opportunities. Idstein is also the headquarters of Fresenius University. The main building is located right in the city centre on Limburger Strasse.