Medical Life Sciences Master of Science
Explore molecular disease research, evolutionary medicine, and systems biology at Kiel University.
Best for:Best for life science graduates with a strong background in molecular biology, mathematics, and statistics seeking an international research-oriented master's programme.
Overview
The Medical Life Sciences Master of Science programme at Kiel University is a full-time, four-semester course of study designed to provide a rigorous foundation in molecular disease research, human biology, pathology, and systems biology. Students engage with interdisciplinary topics such as evolutionary medicine, inflammation, oncology, and bioinformatics through lectures, seminars, laboratory practicals, and project work. The curriculum also integrates soft skills training, including project management and English scientific writing, culminating in a dedicated fourth-semester Master's thesis. Applicants are expected to possess a strong background in life sciences with solid competencies in mathematics and statistics.
What you'll do
- Attend and actively participate in lectures, seminars, and tutorials across molecular biology, pathology, and systems biology.
- Complete hands-on laboratory practicals covering molecular lab methods, bioinformatics tools, and statistical analyses.
- Engage in collaborative project work and elective modules such as evolutionary medicine, imaging, or specialized disease mechanisms.
- Develop and conduct an independent research project and write a Master's thesis during the final semester.
- Participate in career orientation seminars, scientific writing workshops, and academic events.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a life science such as biology, molecular biology, molecular medicine, biochemistry, molecular biotechnology or biological sciences
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; CEFR level at least C1, verified via placement test or interview
Instruction: English
- Sound documented molecular biology knowledge
- First-hand experience in molecular research laboratories and good lab skills
- Good mathematical and statistical skills
- Documented Bachelor's degree-level knowledge of vertebrate physiology
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Applicants must review the program requirements and ability assessment procedures thoroughly before applying. Applications must be submitted via email following the guidelines published on the official programme website.
- CV
- BSc transcripts and degree certificate
- Proof of English proficiency
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