Overview

In addition to solid theoretical training incorporating the most up-to-date scientific knowledge, the master's degree programme in Biotechnology at The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus - Senftenberg offers an exceptionally high proportion of practical training in modern laboratory methods.

Within small project groups students learn to carry out scientific experiments and how to document and present them. The programme is internationally oriented and all courses are given in English. After their master’s thesis, which is carried out in national and international research institutions or enterprises, students are qualified to pursue doctoral studies.

Professional Fields of Activity

Managerial roles in international research institutes or in the life sciences industry (biotechnology, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries)

Work in production and quality management, in commercial laboratories or in regulatory authorities (e.g. Medicine Agency, Genetic Engineering authority)

Customer Support Manager/’Scientific Support Specialist’ in the life science industry

Programme Structure

Students may choose between 4 specialisations:

Cell Biology

Microbiology

Bioanalytics

Laboratory Diagnostics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 ECTS

210-180

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cottbus, Germany

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

at least a bachelor's degree in the subject area or an equivalent degree with 210 ECTS credits (for the master's programme with a regular duration of 3 semesters – programme start only in the summer semester) or 180 ECTS credits (for the master's programme with a regular duration of 4 semesters – programme start only in the winter semester)

at least 70 ECTS credits or 60 semester hours (SWS) of biological, biomedical, biochemical or biophysical subjects

proof of practical laboratory work of at least 18 weeks (e.g. during the thesis)

certificate of proficiency in English as described in this handout

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

746 EUR / year

≈ 746 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

746 EUR / year

≈ 746 EUR / year

Additional Details

Semester fee is 373,80 Euros

Living costs

Cottbus

Germany

630 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Professional Fields of Activity

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

Cottbus

Funding

Scholarships Information

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