Nutrition and Biomedicine, MSc
Master the scientific intersection of human biology, nutritional science, and medicine at the Technical University of Munich.
Best for:Best for science graduates with a strong background in biology, chemistry, or related disciplines seeking a career in biomedical research or the health industries.
Overview
The Master of Science in Nutrition and Biomedicine at the Technical University of Munich is a full-time, graduate-level programme focusing on the interfaces between human biology, nutritional science, and medicine. It prepares graduates to meet high standards of professional excellence in academic research as well as in the global food and pharmaceutical industries. The curriculum is based on an interdisciplinary approach to current topics in modern nutrition and biomedicine, emphasizing the development, prevention, and treatment of complex nutrition-related diseases. Students complete a structured four-semester course of study that includes a mandatory research internship.
What you'll do
- Attend instructor-led lectures, seminars, and practical laboratory courses across four semesters
- Engage in interdisciplinary study of complex nutrition-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and cancer
- Complete an eight-week research internship during the third semester
- Prepare and author a Master's thesis demonstrating proficiency in nutritional and biomedical research
Requirements
Degree required: Three-year Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent in nutrition, natural sciences, or related disciplines
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 required (e.g., Cambridge C1 Advanced, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 65, or IELTS Academic 6.5)
Instruction: English
- Thorough understanding of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
- Foundational knowledge in human biology or nutritional science
- Ability to engage with interdisciplinary scientific literature and methodologies
- Applicants must hold a recognised three-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
- Fulfillment of English language proficiency requirements
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-04-29
Applicants must submit their application materials through the uni-assist platform or the TUM campus portal depending on their applicant profile. Ensure all required language certificates and academic transcripts are prepared and uploaded before the respective deadline for EU or non-EU applicants.
- BSc transcripts
- Degree certificate
- English language proficiency test score
- CV
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