Overview

This covers phylogeny, physiology, cell and molecular biology of organisms from all three domains of life.

The programme is interdisciplinary in nature and includes modules at external research institutes such as the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology (Hans Knöll Institute), the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology, and cooperation with relevant biotechnology corporations.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the M.Sc. in Microbiology from Friedrich Schiller University Jena are well prepared for research-oriented positions at universities, private research institutes, and private companies. Potential fields of work include:

Research and development

Pharmaceutical industry und biotechnology corporations

Food industry

Chemical industry

Hospital research laboratories

Public administration (health authorities)

Teaching

Professional and trade organizations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microbial Physiology

Microbial Communication

Microbial Interactions

Microbiology and Molecular Biology

Adaptation in Microorganisms

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jena, Germany

Disciplines

Microbiology View 15 other Masters in Microbiology in Germany

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Registration form

CV

Motivation letter

University entrance qualification certificate

Previous university degrees earned

Detailed transcript of records

Proof of relevant work experience

Proof of subject-specific practical experience

Specific document: Preparatory Training for Master's Applicants

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

In Jena, there are no tuition fees (unless they have studied for a very long time in Germany already). Semester contribution - € 305,05

Living costs

Jena

Germany

730 - 1100 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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