The specialisation in Molecular Cell Biology provides comprehensive, research-oriented training that employs cutting-edge technologies to address questions at the interface of cell biology, molecular medicine and molecular genetics. The coursework consists of a series of compulsory interactive lecture courses designed to provide students with an in-depth theoretical background in molecular cell biology, genetics, immunology, cellular biochemistry, neurodegenerative diseases and ageing as well as courses of choice on other aspects of modern biology. These theoretical classes are complemented by a number of practical courses aimed at enhancing the students' technical and analytical skills. Most practical courses are lab rotations in modern research laboratories at the RPTU University in Kaiserslautern on projects in close collaboration with experienced PhD students and post docs. We also particularly encourage internships in industry or in international research labs. The students can choose their specific lab courses according to their personal preferences. A Master's thesis helps to develop the students' ability to conduct independent scientific research and to write up and present their scientific results. We accept about 15 to 20 students from German and international Bachelor's programmes per year.
For a detailed description, please visit our website. The two-year study programme consists of the following modules/courses: Warm-up meeting and research project presentations (6 CP, ungraded) Four interactive "Lecture and Reading Courses" (4 x 3 CP, graded) Two-part lecture: "Modern Methods in Biology" (2 x 3 CP, graded) Two advanced practicals (2 x 12 CP, graded) Advanced practical or industrial internship (12 CP, ungraded) Courses of choice — self-chosen theoretical and/or practical training, including soft skill courses (15 CP, ungraded) Research practical (15 CP, graded) Master's thesis (30 CP, graded) PDF Download
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Academic admission requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related subject. Excellent students will be admitted on the basis of their academic qualifications (e.g. courses studied for the Bachelor's degree) and their Bachelor's degree grades. Practical training (hands-on lab work) is a prerequisite.
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The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Academic admission requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related subject. Excellent students will be admitted on the basis of their academic qualifications (e.g. courses studied for the Bachelor's degree) and their Bachelor's degree grades. Practical training (hands-on lab work) is a prerequisite. English: E.G. IELTS Academic: 7.
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