English taught M.Sc.-Programmes
Please see below the list of the Master of Science programmes, which can be studied
completely in English.
Please note that some of these programmes declare as mode of instruction "English and
German", which means that there are some fakultative courses taught in German. Hence,
international applicants do not have to show a German proficiency proof for these
programmes. However, it is advisable to have at least basic knowledge of German in
order to facilitate your start of daily professional and private life in Jena.
Generally it can be said that for programmes taught in English it is advisable to have an
English proficiency on the level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for
Languages (or IELTS 5.0, TOEFL 80 IBT). Please review the detailed description to the
study programme of your choice for mandatory language proficiency requirements.
M.Sc. Biochemistry
M.Sc. Economics
M.Sc. Mathematics
M.Sc. Medical Photonics
M.Sc. Microbiology
M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
M.Sc. Photonics
M:Sc. Molecular Life Sciences
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M.Sc. Biochemistry
M.Sc. Biochemistry
Faculty: Faculty of Biology and Pharmacy
Type of programme: research-oriented
Languages of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter semester
Application deadline: 1 April - 31 May
Open to students with undergraduate studies in: Bachelor oder equivalent biology,
biochemistry, molecular biology, or related scientific fields
Programme summary: Building on their existing knowledge of biochemistry and molecular
biology, students in the M.Sc. Biochemistry programme will learn to apply methodical
approaches to the analysis of biomolecules and cellular functions on molecular levels.
Focus will be placed on concepts and methods from the fields of bioinformatics, biophysics,
chemistry, molecular biology, and cell biology.
Special features: Students may choose three of the following modules: Biological
Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics and Theoretical Biology, Molecular Biology, and Cell
Biology. In addition, the M.Sc. Biochemistry offers a great deal of practical work and
independent projects. This gives students the chance to design and conduct scientific
research as well as to document and present their results orally and in writing (particularly
in English).
Career opportunities: Graduates of this programme will have acquired the field-specific
academic techniques as well as the communication skills necessary to publicly present the
results of scientific research. They may also gain international experience by spending one
semester abroad. The master's programme qualifies students for work in academe and
allows them to pursue a Ph.D. in the areas of biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular
biology, molecular genetics, natural material chemistry, structural biology, and cell biology
either at the FSU or at other universities in Germany and abroad. Graduates are also well
equipped for positions in related industries, especially biotechnology, and administrative
work.
Admission requirements:
A Bachelor of Science degree or a comparable academic qualification in the field of
biology, biochemistry of at least three years' duration as well as a special professional
qualification.
In order to get an admission the applicants bachelor's degree shall be concluded
above-average grades, equal to a 1.9 or higher in the German university grading system.
Applicants of other study fields or with a final grade worse than 1.9 but at least 2.3, and
which meet the application requirements according with Section 2 and the application
criteria are otherwise fulfilled, may be admitted, if the application documents demonstrat a
particular suitability for the master's programme Biochemistry.
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English language skills need not be proved.
Proof of a minimum of at least 60 credit points in the natural sciences subjects of
biochemistry, genetics and cell biology or in other molecular subjects.
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter (in which you descibe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice)
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
• Optionally: Proof of academic achievements (scholarly work, publications, research
experience, travel abroad for the purpose of study or research)
• Optionally: Proof of relevant professional experience (biology lab worker, industrial
experience, etc.)
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issue
• The corresponding transcripts for each degree, including your cumulative grade
point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of the term before last)
• For foreign Bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
• Optional: Proof of proficiency in English
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
Additional information on the application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
Contact person for subject-related questions:
Prof. Dr Berit Jungnickel
Professor for Cellbiology
Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics
Chair of Biochemistry
Hans-Knoell-Str. 2
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07745 Jena
GERMANY
E-mail: master.biochemistry[at]uni-jena.de
URL: www.cellbiology.uni-jena.de
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M.Sc. Economics
M.Sc. Economics
Faculty: Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Type: consecutive, research-oriented
Languages of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter semester
Application period: 1 April - 15 July
Open to students with undergraduate studies in: Bachelor oder equivalent in business
administration or economics with at least 180 credit points (or which takes at least three
years to complete)
Programme summary: The Master of Science in Economics teaches students the skills
needed to thoroughly analyze economic issues and problems, understand and apply the
relevant academic theory, and use the correct formal and empirical methods. This in turn
will allow them to find creative approaches to problem solving and predict the political and
social consequences of economic activity.
To this end, students will acquire profound knowledge in theoretically, empirically, and
politically oriented economics as well as in one of the following specialization areas:
• Innovation and Change
• Economics and Strategy
• World Economics
• Public Economics
At least 56 credits must be earned in the area selected. Each specialization area includes
core courses that must be taken by all students and optional courses from which they may
choose.
Special features: This programme can be completed in two years of full-time study. It
includes basic courses, a specialization area, and a master's thesis. The basic courses
include the following required courses:
• Group Dynamics, Moderation, and Presentation
• Empirical Methods
• Approaches to Economic Science
The master's thesis must be written in the student's specialization area and should focus
on one of the faculty's primary research topics.
Career opportunities: After graduating from this programme, students will be prepared for
a variety of jobs and fields of work, including leading or advisory positions in banking,
corporations, universities and research institutes, ministries, and private foundations.
Application requirements: Please read the "notes on the application" published by the
admission committee itself in the first place.
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Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent in business
administration or economics that takes three years or more (full-time) and/or in which at
least 180 credit points (according to the European Credit Transfer System) were earned.
Your grade point average must be 2.5 or higher (German and US systems). At least 22
credits must have been completed in economics, 6 credits in mathematics, and 6 credits in
statistics.
It is mandatory to show an English proficiency proof at the level B2 of the Common
European Framework of Reference for Languages. Most German applicants should be
able to demonstrate this by submitting their high school diploma, which must contain proof
of at least five years of high-school-level English classes.
Alternatively applicants can submit an official test score report from one of the following
examinations:
• Level B2
• IELTS: 6.0
• TOEFL: 90 (IBT)
or they submit a certificate by their university confirming that their previous study
programme has been taught entirely in English.
International Office (Service for international students):
http://www.wiwi.uni-jena.de/international/
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter (in which you descibe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice)
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
• Optionally: Proof of academic achievements (scholarly work, publications, research
experience, travel abroad for the purpose of study or research)
• Optionally: Proof of relevant professional experience (biology lab worker, industrial
experience, etc.)
Supplementary document:
• "Proof of achievements during your previous study programme and choice of
specialization" (click on the link, print the document, complete and scan it, and then
upload it in the online application system!).
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issue
• The corresponding transcripts for each degree, including your cumulative grade
point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of the term before last)
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• For foreign Bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
• Proof of proficiency in English (see the note on the application requirements above)
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
Additional information on the application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
Contact person for subject related questions:
PD Dr. Markus Pasche
Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena
Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Chair for Macroeconomics
Carl-Zeiß-Str. 3
07743 Jena
GERMANY
Email: markus.pasche[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 943214
Fax: +49 3641 943213
URL:
http://www.wiwiss.uni-jena.de/en/Students/Study+Programmes/Master+of+Science+Economics/Master+Pro
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M.Sc. Mathematics
M.Sc. Mathematics
Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
Departments: Institute of Mathematics
Type: research-oriented
Language of instruction: English
Starting date: winter semester (October) and summer semester (April)
Application period:
summer term:
1 December - 15. January
winter term:
International applicants 1 April - 15 July
German applicants
1 April - 15 September
Open to students with degrees in: mathematics or similar disciplines
Programme summary: The diversity and complexity of the problems to which
mathematics can serve as part of the solution calls for the mastery of basic mathematical
theories and techniques as well as the ability to independently learn and apply skills in
other areas as needed. The goal of this programme is to prepare students for their future
careers.
Special features: Students may opt to specialize in one of the following areas
(corresponding to the University of Jena's own unique research profile):
• Algebra
• Calculus
• Geometry
• Numerical Analysis
• Optimization
• Probability and Statistics
• Scientific Computing
• Theoretical Computer Science
Career opportunities: Graduates of this programme will be able to demonstrate tenacity
and a high level of stress resistance in completing difficult tasks, abilities which employers
particularly value. Typical employment sectors include insurance, banking, universities,
research institutions, consulting, and data processing.
Application requirements: Applicants should hold a bachelor or equivalent degree with
above-average grades.
• Proficiency in at least one advanced programming language is required. You are
not required to provide proof.
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• A high level of language proficiency in English is required. This can be
demonstrated in either of the following ways:
•
♦ An official test score at the Level B2 of the Common European Framework
of Reference for Languages (e.g. IELTS; TOEFL) or equivalent
•
♦ A secondary school leaving qualification which entitles you to enter higher
education (Abitur, baccalauréat, high school diploma, A-Levels etc.), stating
that you took English lessons for at least 4 years in the upper level/senior
classes.
International students who do not already have knowledge of German of at least an CEFR
level A2.2 are required to choose "German as a foreign language" as their minor subject.
For these students an individual study plan will be drawn up by the University Language
Center.
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter, in which you describe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issue
• The corresponding transcripts for each degree, including your cumulative grade
point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of the term before last)
• For foreign Bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
• German proficiency proof (if available)
• Proof of proficiency in English at the Level B2 of the Common European Framework
of Reference for Languages (for details see above "Application requirements")
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
Additional information on application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
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Contact person for subject related questions:
PD Dr. Christian Richter
Institute of Mathematics
Ernst-Abbe-Platz 2
07743 Jena
GERMANY
Email: christian.richter[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 - 946110
Fax: +49 3641 - 946102
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M.Sc. Medical Photonics
M.Sc. Medical Photonics
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, Faculty of Chemistry and
Earth Sciences
Type: research-oriented
Language of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter semester (October)
Application period: 1 April - 15 July
Open to students with the undergraduate studies in: Bachelor of Science or equivalent
academic qualification in chemistry, physics, biology, biochemistry/molecular biology or
closely related fields, state exam in medicine.
Programme summary: Aim of the master's course in Medical Photonics is to prepare
students for scientific and research-oriented careers within the field of Medical Optics and
Photonics and to provide the foundation for further academic programmes. As a student of
this master programme you will gain deeper theoretical, methodical and systematical
insights into branches of biology, medicine, mathematics, chemistry and physics. At the
same time you will gather the necessary experimental skills for doing research in the field
of Medical Photonics. During your studies you will have the possibility to get specialized
training in various subfields of MedicalPhotonics, such as microscopy, spectroscopy and
diagnostics as well as clinical applications of these techniques.
Special features: Adjustment modules offered at the beginning of the master programme
aim at complementing your knowledge in the neighboring disciplines. Modules in this block
impart knowledge in human biology, mathematics, physics and chemistry. Additional
modules will give you training in basic skills such as programming, statistics and image
processing, which is fundamental to all other modules. Moreover, elective courses in the
2nd and 3rd semester will allow you to focus in more depth on special topics of Medical
Photonics. All courses are complemented by exercises and practical training in student and
research laboratories. All theoretical and practical modules are organized jointly by the
faculties of medicine, physics and astronomy, chemistry and earth sciences and extramural
research institutes. All courses and examinations will be held in English
Career opportunities: The M.Sc. Medical Photonics programme will provide you with the
necessary knowledge and practical skills to work in the interdisciplinary field of Medical
Photonics. The program will facilitate you to use and develop optical methods in biomedical
research and in clinical practice. Graduates of the M.Sc. Medical Photonics will have
excellent prospects in finding a job at technology-related companies in optics, medical
technology or life sciences. These branches are predicted to experience a lack in skilled
specialists in the near future. Alternatively graduates can pursue a scientific career and
participate in one of the Ph.D. programmes of the Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena.
Medical doctors can use the master programme to gain insight into optical and photonic
techniques and to qualify for M.D./Ph.D. programmes of the Medical Faculty.
Application requirements:
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• A Bachelor of Science or a comparable academic qualification in chemistry,
physics, biology, biochemistry/molecular biology or closely related fields, state exam
in human medicine.
• In order to get admission the bachelor's degree should have been concluded with
the grade "good" (equal to a 2.5 in the German grading system).
• English language skills are required, but need not to be proved.
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter (in which you describe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice; max. 500 words)
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
• if there are: Proof of personal scientific performances (scientific work, publications,
research activity, research and studies stay abroad)
• if there are: Proof of a relevant performed work (industry activity etc.)
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issueThe corresponding transcripts for each degree, including
your cumulative grade point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of
the term before last)
• For foreign Bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
• Optional: Proof of proficiency in English
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
Additional information on the application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
Contact persons for subject related questions:
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Dr. Holger Babovsky
Coordinator Master programme
Tel.: + 49 3641 933623
E-Mail: holger.babovsky[at]uni-jena.de
Prof. Dr. Christoph Biskup
Biomolecular Photonics Group
Jena University Hospital
Nonnenplan 4
07743 Jena
Germany
E-Mail: christoph.biskup[at]uni-jena.de
Tel.: +49 3641 9397800
Fax: +49 3641 9397802
URL: http://www.medpho.uniklinikum-jena.de
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M.Sc. Microbiology
M.Sc. Microbiology
Faculty: Faculty of Biology and Pharmacy
Institute: Institute of Applied and Ecological Microbiology
Type: consecutive, research-oriented
Language of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter term (October)
Application period: 1 April - 31 May
Open to students with undergraduate studies in: Bachelor oder equivalent Biology or
related fields of science
Programme summary: The Master of Science in Microbiology is a scientific-biological
study course, based on fundamental research with a special focus on Microbiology in its full
diversity. This covers phylogeny, physiology, cell and molecular biology of organisms from
all three domains of life.
The programme is interdisciplinary in nature and includes modules at external research
institutes such as the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology
(Hans Knöll Institute), the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology, and cooperation with
relevant biotechnology corporations.
Special features: Compared to other locations providing microbiology studies in Germany,
Jena can boast two unique selling points:
1. The great number of non-university research facilities intensely involved in the
university education as well as in many cooperative projects
2. The great number of biotechnology companies conducting research in Jena and yet
with close ties to their parent companies elsewhere, making cooperation in
nationwide research projects a reality.
Career opportunities: Graduates of the M.Sc. in Microbiology are well prepared for
research-oriented positions at universities, private research institutes, and private
companies. Potential fields of work include:
• Research and development
• Pharmaceutical industry und biotechnology corporations
• Food industry
• Chemical industry
• Hospital research laboratories
• Public administration (health authorities)
• Teaching
• Professional and trade organizations
Students holding an M.Sc. in Microbiology from the University of Jena are qualified to
pursue doctoral studies, particularly in the fields of biology, microbiology, bioinformatics,
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biochemistry, cellular biology, medical microbiology, and biological-geological studies, both
at the University of Jena (such as at the Jena School for Microbial Communication, and at
higher education institutions around the world.
Application requirements: Students must apply for admission to the Master of Science in
Microbiology programme. Students should include a letter of motivation (Why
microbiology? Why Jena?) with the application materials. Knowledge of the English
language is desirable.
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter (in which you describe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice)
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
• if there are: Proof of personal scientific performances (scientific work, publications,
research activity, research and studies stay abroad)
• if there are: Proof of a relevant performed work (industry activity etc.)
Supplementary document:
• "Certificate of Achievement" which is generated after sucessful proceeding the"
Preparatory Training for Master's Applicants"!
The Preparation Training can be performed here:
http://www.bpfmastertest.uni-jena.de/moodle/login/index.php
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issue
• The corresponding transcripts for each degree, including your cumulative grade
point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of the term before last)
• For foreign bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
• Optional: Proof of proficiency in English
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
•
Additional information on the application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
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Contact person for subject related questions:
Prof. Dr. Erika Kothe
Institute of Microbiology
Microbial Communication
Neugasse 25
07743 Jena
GERMANY
Email: erika.kothe[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 949291
Fax: +49 3641 949292
Dr. Katrin Krause
Study consulting
Microbial Communication
Email: katrin.krause[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 949399
URL: www.msc-microbio.uni-jena.de/cms/
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M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine
Type: consecutive/non-consecutive (depending on your previous field of studies),
research-oriented
Language of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter semester (October)
Application period: 1 April - 31 May
Open to students with the undergraduate studies in:
1. Consecutive programme: Bachelor oder equivalent in biochemistry, molecular
biology, and closely related fields. International and domestic applicants welcome.
2. Further education programme: medicine. Graduates of a degree programme in
human medicine who have passed the first German medical examination can earn
the title Master of Science in two semesters. This option is not recommended for
those who hold a medical degree from a country other than the Federal Republic of
Germany. Enrollment is only possible if applicants can prove the equivalency of
their knowledge in those fields of natural science relevant to this master's
programme
Programme summary: The Master of Science in Molecular Medicine primarily focuses on
biomedical issues and examines those using methods and experimental approaches from
the fields of molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and physiology. The skills
acquired in this programme can be used in biomedical research and medical
biotechnology. This degree programme meets the quickly growing need in the field of
molecular and biomedical research for scholars with basic knowledge of medicine and
natural science.
Extensive laboratory experiments, the goal of which is to teach students modern
experimental methods, are a major part of this degree programme. In addition, students
work at two or three different institutions and thus familiarize themselves with a variety of
research methods currently in use. This part of the programme also trains the students'
ability to independently apply the methods about which they have read in the course
literature.
Special features: Particular emphasis will be placed on current research results in
molecular pathology and molecular pharmacology. A wide range of specialized disciplines
allows students to become familiar not only with the work in a clinic (through residencies at
intensive care units and in other positions working with patients) but also with specific
modern methods in molecular biology for pure and applied research.
Career opportunities: Graduates of the M.Sc. in Molecular Medicine will find an
ever-expanding range of career opportunities available to them, including positions in
biological research institutes, clinics, biotechnology companies, and state authorities.
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One key area of work is pharmaceutical research. This branch is predicted to experience
enormous growth in the near future. Based on innovative pure research results, entirely
new substances are being used to treat neurodegenerative, oncological, infectious, and
cardiovascular diseases. People with expertise taught in this degree programme are
therefore urgently sought by companies in this field.
Physicians who earn the M.Sc. Molecular Medicine as an additional qualification create
new career paths in clinical research. This includes intensive research during their
postgraduate education (connected periods of research during their training to become a
specialist), research positions with flexible working hours (100% independent research or
50% independent research and 50% clinical work), and other opportunities such as
research groups or professorships.
Application requirements: A Bachelor of Science degree or a comparable academic
qualification in the field of biochemistry, molecular biology, and closely related fields of at
least three years' duration. In order to get an admission the applicant's bachelors degree
shall be concluded above-average grades, equal to at least 2.5 or higher in the German
university grading system. English language skilles at the level B2 of the Common
European Framework of Reference for Languages (IELTS 5.0, TOEFL 80 IBT) highly
recommended, a proficiency proof, however, is not mandatory. Only 30 students will be
admitted each year. If the number of applicants exceeds the number of slots available, the
selection procedure will be based on a ranking of specific criterias (grade point average,
academic achievements, letter of motivation etc.).
Medical school graduates will receive credit for their previous studies in relevant
disciplines.
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter (in which you describe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice)
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
• if there are: Proof of personal scientific performances (scientific work, publications,
research activity, research and studies stay abroad)
• if there are: Proof of a relevant performed work (industry activity etc.)
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issueThe corresponding transcripts for each degree, including
your cumulative grade point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of
the term before last)
• For foreign Bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
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• Optional: Proof of proficiency in English
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
Additional information on the application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
Contact persons for subject related questions:
Prof. Dr. Reinhard Bauer
Email Reinhard.Bauer[at]mti.uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 9395636
Fax: +49 3641 9395602
Dr.med. Siegfried Krause
Email Siegfried.Krause[at]med.uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 9395635
Fax: +49 3641 9395602
Prof. Dr. Carsten Hoffmann
Email: Carsten.Hoffmann[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 9395601
Office hours: by arrangement
Institute of Molecular Cell Biology
Center of Molecular Biomedicine
Hans-Knoell-Straße 2
07745 Jena
GERMANY
URL: www.zellbiologie.uniklinikum-jena.de/zellbiologie/en/Welcome+page.html
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M.Sc. Photonics
M.Sc. Photonics
Faculty: Faculty of Physics and Astronomy
Institute: Abbe School of Photonics
Type: research-oriented
Language of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter semester
Application procedure: Please note that applications for the M.Sc. Photonics have to
be made directly via the Online-Application-Systeme of the Abbe School of
Photonics
Open to students with undergraduate studies in: Bachelor oder equivalent physics,
optics, photonics, chemistry, as well as physical and engineering sciences with an
extensive physics basic education.
Programme summary: The goal of this programme is to prepare students for
research-oriented and science-based careers in optics and optical technologies and to
provide the foundation for further academic programmes within and outside of academia.
Students will gain profound knowledge of experimental and theoretical optics as well as
specialized training in various subfields of optics.
Special features: All courses and examinations are held in English. Practical experience is
integrated into each of the first three semesters. The research and practical components
can be completed either at an institute of the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, external
research institutes, or research-oriented companies in the field of physics.
Career opportunities: Graduates of the M.Sc. Photonics have excellent prospects.
Industry currently lacks qualified employees so that students of the programme often
receive one or more job offer before completing the programme. Graduates are often
sought for challenging and technically demanding positions not only in the fields of optics
and photonics, but also in telecommunications and laser technology. Alternatively,
graduates can pursue a scientific career, e.g. a Ph.D. at the Graduate School of Photonics.
Application requirements:
The Bachelor programme should have a minimum grade point average of 'good' (2.0 in
German system) or better. Proficiency in the English language must be demonstrated. A
statement of purpose of no more than 500 typed words on one's motivation and
qualification for this degree programme and area of specialization. In addition to the
standard application materials, a CV which applicants list all relevant internships, activities,
and experiences should be electronically submitted. Admission is limited. If there are more
applicants than study positions available, applicants will be chosen by an Examination
Committee according to the following:
·
Grade point average
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Statement of purpose
·
Subject-relevant work experience, internships, references and publications
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Contact persons for general questions (enrolment process , framework conditions):
Master Service Centre
Contact person for subject related questions and questions on the application
process:
Abbe School of Photonics
Email: master-asp[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 9-47963
Fax: +49 3641 9-47966
URL: www.asp.uni-jena.de
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M:Sc. Molecular Life Sciences
M:Sc. Molecular Life Sciences
Faculty: Faculty of Biology and Pharmacy
Type of programme: research-oriented
Languages of instruction: English
Starting date: only in winter term (October)
Application period: 1 April - 31 May
Open to students with undergraduate studies in: Bachelor oder equivalent biology,
biochemistry, molecular biology, or related scientific fields
Programme summary: Students in this master's programme will learn to conduct
independent academic work in the modern, interdisciplinary field of Molecular Life
Sciences. Key issues in genetics, cell and developmental biology will be discussed and
critically analyzed. The primary focus of these analyses is - in both a theoretical and a
practical sense - molecular network analyses on various levels (genomic, proteomic, and
metabolomic).
In the first year of the programme, students will already take three advanced courses from
the areas of developmental biology, cell biology, molecular genetics, system biology, and
biophysics in addition to the core courses required for all students. In the second year,
students will gain more profound knowledge and understanding of a specialization area of
their choice by completing both an internship focusing on methods and directed research in
a project internship.
Special features: The M.Sc. Molecular Life Sciences offers a great deal of practical work
and independent projects. This gives students the chance to design and conduct scientific
research as well as to document and present their results orally and in writing (particularly
in English).
Career opportunities:After completing this programme, graduates are qualified for
positions in related industries, especially biotechnology. They may also choose to pursue
additional academic qualifications (Ph.D.), such as in the areas of bioinformatics,
biochemistry, developmental biology, evolution biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular
medicine, molecular biology, system biology, and cell biology. Ph.D. programmes in these
fields are offered by the Friedrich Schiller University as well as many other universities in
Germany and abroad.
Application requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in the field of
biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a field recognized as equivalent to one of
these. Admissions decisions will be based on a number of criteria, including your grade
point average and letter of motivation. Knowledge of the English language is desirable.
A limited number of students will be admitted to this programme each year. If more
applications are submitted than the number of spots available, the Admissions Committee
will select students based on the following criteria in this order: 1. Grade point average, 2.
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Academic achievements, 3. Motivation, 4. Practical experience.
Application documents:
You have to send by post (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Signed online application form "Application for Admission at the Friedrich Schiller
University Jena to the Masters Programme" (generated automatically at the end of
the online application)
You have to upload online (please see also the step-by-step explanation):
• Motivation letter (in which you descibe your intention to pursue graduate studies in
the field of your choice)
• Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background,
and professional experience
• Proof of academic achievements (scholarly work, publications, research experience,
travel abroad for the purpose of study or research)
• Proof of relevant professional experience (biology lab worker, industrial experience,
etc.)
School education:
• Your secondary school leaving certificate (baccalauréat, high school diploma, etc.)
University education:
• All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if
available before the application deadline - otherwise, please make a note of the
anticipated date of issueThe corresponding transcripts for each degree, including
your cumulative grade point average (minimum requirement is the proof of credits of
the term before last)
• For foreign Bachelor degrees: Proof of the grading system used by the university
Language proficiency proof:
• Optional: Proof of proficiency in English
Special requirements for international applicants:
• APS certificate: applicants with a Chinese, Mongolian or Vietnamese degree
• College Entrance Examination: Iran (since 2011 no college entrance examination,
but pre-university year), Republic of Korea (Scholastic Ability Test)
Additional information on the application documents and procedure is available here.
Contact persons for general questions (application/enrolment process , framework
conditions):
Master Service Centre
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Zwaetzengasse 3
07743 Jena
GERMANY
Email: master[at]uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641 931126
Fax: +49 3641 931128
Contact person for subject related questions:
Prof. Dr. Maria Mittag
Friedrich Schiller University of Jena
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Institute of General Botany and Plant Physiology
Am Planetarium 1
07743 Jena
GERMANY
Phone: +49 3641 949201
Fax: +49 3641 949202
URL: www.mastermls.uni-jena.de/
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