Curricular design

During your study course you will complete

• 5 advanced modules, each four weeks (FGM, 5 credit points each)
• 2 research modules, each eight weeks (FOM, 10 credit points each)
• a project management module (PLM, 10 credit points)
• obligatory module ‚Fundamentals of Molecular Biomedicine’ (four weeks, 5 credit points)
• the Master's thesis (60 credit points, approx. 10 months) including the corresponding modules:
  • 'Current State of Research’ (10 credit points)
  • 'Methodological and Organizational Foundations of Experimental Life Sciences' (8 credit points)
  • final defence (12 credit points)

You can find the course catalogue with all modules currently offered under the following link:
https://mhbbio2.uni-muenster.de/modulhandbuch/student/MSc_Biomed/StudMScBiomed.php

The first year of study is dedicated to completing the advanced and research modules, as well as the mandatory module. The freely selectable FGMs and one FOM can also be taken as external courses from other faculties of the university, at external research institutions, or at a company (up to a maximum of 40 credit points outside the University of Münster).

In the second year of study, the master's thesis is prepared. Over approximately 10 months, an independent scientific research project is executed and then defended in a public presentation. The master's thesis phase is complemented by the modules 'Methodological and Organizational Foundations of Experimental Life Sciences' (MGel and OGeL) and 'Current State of Research.' These modules are completed within the research group where the thesis work is carried out.
There is the possibility to complete the master's thesis outside of the University of Münster, for example, in the industry or at research institutions. It should be noted, however, that 40 out of the 120 credit points must be earned at the University of Münster.

Throughout the program, in addition to scientific competencies, interdisciplinary skills in project and teamwork, as well as leadership skills are acquired within the project management module.

The possible career fields for graduates of the ‘Molecular Biomedicine’ master's program encompass a wide range of scientific activities in life sciences, particularly in biomedical areas, within industry, universities and research institutions. The master's degree also provides you with the opportunity to further your qualifications through relevant doctoral programs.

How to apply

Application is submitted via the registrar's office:
https://www.uni-muenster.de/studieninteressierte/en/bewerbung/master.html
Information about online application, including dates like application deadlines, can also be found on this website.

Admission to the degree course is granted through a selection that is made by the selection committee of the degree course. A 2.3 BSc final grade (German scale) minimum is required. A preliminary certificate with the required grade will be accepted. Alternatively, the applicant could prove that he/she ranks amongst the upper 40% of his/her year.
The selection committee will additionally arrange interviews, usually via Zoom, to talk to the applicants personally in form of free, individual conversations which can relate to various aspects that are relevant for participation in the Master's program (such as motivation, previous experience, current level of knowledge). For the winter semester application phase, the interviews will usually take place during the second week of August.

Decision of admittance is based on the Bachelor's final grade, the personal interview with the applicant and the submitted documents.

A proof of German language proficiency at DSH-2 level must be submitted with the application by the deadline, unless the degree was obtained at a German-language institution. Further information can be found at the following link:
https://www.uni-muenster.de/studieninteressierte/en/studienvoraussetzungen/sprachkurse/index.html

In this checklist you can find a comprehensive overview on the documents and steps required for a successful application:
CHECKLIST

Introductory Week Molecular Biomedicine

Prior to the official events of the university, students of the master course Molecular Biomedicine are offered an exclusive and comprehensive overview of leading biomedical institutes and working groups at the research site Münster. Over the course of a week, you will be in direct and personal contact with lecturers as well as tutors from higher semesters, learning from their experience, receiving first hand information and ultimately connecting on a personal level. The aim is to give you the best possible start into your studies by explaining technical perspectives, but also clarifying “burning questions” you might have - in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere.