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Current Students Courses of Study Master Biotechnology | Bioengineering

Master - Biotechnology | Bioengineering

In cooperation with the University of Applied Sciences at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf, Department for Bioengineering , the Munich University of Applied Sciences offers the master's course of study Biotechnology | Bioengineering through the Department of Applied Sciences and Mechatronics.

Summary and Benefits:

  • Length of study, three semesters with approximately 20 openings each semester,
  • Joint competence of both Munich and Weihenstephan,
  • Study may begin in either semester,
  • Consecutive master's course of study with strong major concentration,
  • Both practical and well-rounded,
  • Quality guarantied through small groups,
  • Outstanding professional opportunities in the life- sciences,
  • Good perspectives in the bioregion of Munich,
  • Additional professional qualification in this future oriented sector,
  • Concentration on practical application with ties to potential employers,
  • Internationally recognized degree: Master of Science (M. Sc.),
  • Even greater chances to advance the career, for instance through qualification for upper management,
  • The opportunity to write a Doctoral Thesis is possible upon completion of the M. Sc. through ties to various universities and research institutes in the area of Munich and globally.

The interdisciplinary master's course of study Biotechnology / Bioengineering is focused on the interface between natural and engineering sciences. This course of study not only provides a thorough grounding in biological processes and their technical application, it also offers a wide spectrum of engineering science, the tools and methods which make it possible for graduates to achieve professional success in many career fields. Such fields include the areas of bioprocess technology, bio-medicine and bio-pharmaceuticals.

The interface between the individual areas of research and development, between production marketing as well as sales is becoming ever more important. The integration of complex systems composed of such subsystems in biology, engineering and IT has become increasingly relevant. Graduates of this course of study have the competence to master these complex tasks.

Thanks to a growing need for professionals in the life-sciences sector, this course of study opens the door for graduates to outstanding future oriented careers. The pharmaceutical, chemical and bioengineering sectors as well as the health industries are all markets in need of this program's graduates.

The consecutive graduate level course of study Biotechnology / Bioengineering is primarily intended for above average graduates in the fields of biotechnology and bioengineering who wish to deepen and greatly advance their competence in this future oriented sector.

The course of study may be begun in either semester. Approximately twenty students are accepted into the program each semester. Eligibility will also be based upon the GPA of the previous university degree.(Numerus Clausus) .

Registration is through the University of Applied Sciences at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (only in German).

Further information about graduates studies, registration and matriculation as well as the required forms may be had in the office of general study at the University of Applied Sciences at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf.

Please contact Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (only in german)

  • Successful completion of a B.Sc. in the areas of Bioengineering or Biotechnology at either the Munich University of Applied Sciences or Weihenstephan-Triedsdorf or a comparable such B.Sc.
  • A GPA of at least 'good' (please contact the Office of General Studies, below).
  • A Completion of a practical internship semester in the undergraduate program or at least eighteen weeks of work in qualifying fields in the industry.
  • Foreign applicants whose mother tongue is other than German must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the German language to complete the study successfully.

The regulations and guidelines of the universities as well as the examination board determine all conditions and prerequisites to be admitted to study.

The objective of this graduate course of study is to provide graduates with both fundamental knowledge in the central areas of the engineering and life-sciences as well as solid acquaintance with a wide spectrum of technical applications and practice oriented experience.

Alongside the comprehensive study of technology, students are also provided with the knowledge to take on executive positions through a thorough grounding in the science of management as well as a well-rounded basis in the professions of the natural sciences. This can lead to promotion and career success on many levels

The Master's Course in Biotechnology / Bioengineering is based on a series of topical and fixed length modules.

The Modules are Composed of Four Groups:

  • Required Modules: These modules are to be completed. They comprise the comprehensive foundation for the sector of biotechnology and bioengineering and are the common basis for the course of study.
  • Concentration Modules: A catalog of these modules is offered, from which three modules are to be choosen. The student is expected to expand their knowledge through these modules in accordance with their interests and skills.
  • Interdisciplinary Modules: A catalog of modules is offered from which one is to be chose. This module serves to provide competence outside of the student's major concentration.
  • Sector Specific Modules: A catalog of modules is offered from which one is to be chosen. The modules are drawn from various technologies which are specific to each sector.
  • Elective Module: One module is to be chosen from any of the catalogs: Concentration, Interdisciplinary, or Sector Specific.

The third semester is reserved for writing the Master's Thesis.

Further Information about this Master's Course of Study as well as personal assistance at the:

Munich University of Applied Sciences (MUAS):

University of Applied Sciences Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT):

The professional opportunities for graduates of the master's course of study Biotechnology / Bioengineering may be considered to be very good. The life-sciences sector, the main branch in which graduates of this course of study will be active, is one of the most modern, dynamic and growing business sectors.

It is worth noting that the area of Munich, wherein this course of study is offered, is one of the most important areas for the biotechnologies in both Germany and Europe. In the year 2009, there were over 22,000 jobs within the field of life-sciences within Bavaria, alone. More than two-thirds within the area of Munich. Additionally, nearly 10,000 professionals are employed in research institutes within this sector throughout Bavaria. It is expected that the number of professionals working in this field will expand considerably in the coming years.

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