Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (MSc)
Advance your career in the biopharmaceutical industry with a practical Master of Science degree in Germany.
Best for:Best for Bachelor's graduates in chemistry, biology, or pharmacy aiming for specialist and management roles in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Overview
The Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Master's programme at Hochschule Fresenius - University of Applied Sciences is designed for graduates holding a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related fields. Spanning four semesters in Idstein, Germany, the curriculum covers the complete value chain of the biopharmaceutical sector, including molecular structures, good manufacturing practice (GMP), upstream and downstream processing, and regulatory affairs. Students engage in hands-on laboratory work and acquire essential management skills such as project management and quality control. The programme aims to prepare students for specialist and management roles within the rapidly evolving pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
What you'll do
- Complete coursework covering the pharmaceutical value chain, from molecular structures to manufacturing practices
- Conduct hands-on experiments and analyses in state-of-the-art laboratories
- Study scientific methods including biopharmaceutical analysis, chromatography, and mass spectrometry
- Engage with management modules covering project management, lean management, and professional communication
- Prepare for a professional career or management position in the biopharmaceutical sector through practical training
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a chemistry- or biology-related field of study (such as pharmacy, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or biotechnology) with at least 180 credit points
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English language skills at level B2 or higher of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (e.g., TOEFL iBT 70, IELTS Academic 6)
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, or biotechnology
- Laboratory practical skills acquired during undergraduate studies
- Ability to engage with technical and regulatory concepts in bioprocessing
- Hold an eligible Bachelor's degree with at least 180 credit points
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How to apply
Applicants should visit the official Hochschule Fresenius application portal to check specific deadlines and submit their application documents online. Ensure all academic transcripts and English language proficiency certificates are prepared before initiating the submission process.
- BSc transcripts
- English language certificate
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