Overview

Key facts

During the Biotechnology programme of Saarland University students learn how to examine and analyse complex systems experimentally and how to describe these systems using mathematical and bioinformatics models. The focus of the programme is on systems biotechnology and on the associated fields of bioinformatics, natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients, molecular biotechnology and bioprocess engineering. Work in this area is opening up new possibilities in metabolic engineering, whose goal is the targeted production of producer organisms and the development of corresponding production processes, and in the discovery and validation of drugs and drug targets.

Program highlights

The interdisciplinary M.Sc. programme is run by the Faculty of Natural Science and Technology III at Saarland University. The number of places on the programme is limited to fourteen per year, which ensures an excellent student-staff ratio and meaningful interaction between students and their instructors. Students who graduate from the M.Sc. programme with good grades and who would prefer to pursue academic research rather than take up a position in industry can apply for admission to the doctoral research programme.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry and Biotechnology

Molecular Biotechnology

Bioreaction Technology and Bioprocess Engineering

Bioanalytics and Bioinformatics

Seminar: Biotechnology

Key qualifications

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saarbrücken, Germany

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 30 other Masters in Biotechnology 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

Bachelor's degree in biotechnology or a comparable qualification in biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical science or bioinformatics from a German university or an equivalent qualification from a German or foreign university.
Adequate proficiency in German and English
Proof of suitability for the programme. This can be demonstrated by:
having achieved an above-average grade in one of the above-named degree programmes
having achieved particular academic merit in the field of biotechnology
providing details about relevant work/study periods abroad and relevant work experience or internships

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees, but you will need to pay the normal semester fee of €394.30

Living costs

Saarbrücken

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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